James Nash hails unexpected podium in Sepang

James Nash lost the lead of the championship to Leopard Racing’s Stefano Comini in Sepang, Malaysia. The Craft-Bamboo driver started from eighth and finished on the podium, which he didn’t believe was possible.

“I had a few problems with my brakes during the race and so it was tough going”, said the Lukoil-backed driver. “If I’m honest, I didn’t think going from eighth to third was possible.”

The fact Nash had some tough opposition around him forced him to make some brave moves, but team-mate Pepe Oriola’s struggles due to contacts helped the Brit: “I had a lot of good guys around me, so I had to make a few brave moves. Oriola had a few contacts during the race, which made life easier for me.”

Nash is now just a single point behind Comini in the championship.