Carlos Sainz already focused on Brazil Sprint race: "There will be many more points to play for"

Carlos Sainz will start the Brazilian Grand Prix in P5 after qualifying just behind his teammate Charles Leclerc.

The Spaniard is already looking ahead to the Sprint race, where he believes there are points to be gained.

Carlos Sainz believes a podium finish is achievable if he can get a good start in the Sprint race at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

The Spaniard qualified in P5 for the main event but will start the Sprint race in P4 due to a penalty for Sergio Perez.

Sainz is confident he can make up ground on the top three in the Sprint race and challenge for a podium finish in the main event.

"It's a good starting position for tomorrow's Sprint race," Sainz said. "I think we can fight for a podium if we get a good start. We have a good car, and we know we can fight with the top teams."

Sainz's teammate, Charles Leclerc, qualified in P3 and will start the Sprint race in P2.

The Monegasque driver is also confident of a strong result in the Sprint race and is aiming for a podium finish in the main event.

"I'm happy with my qualifying performance," Leclerc said. "I think we have a good car for the Sprint race and the main race. I'm confident of getting a good result."