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Carlos Sainz has admitted a new weakness for him and Ferrari this season, after describing his Sao Paulo Grand Prix as a “nightmare” having crashed twice in one day.
Carlos Sainz clarified that he was unable to prevent his two crashes at Interlagos, describing the combined qualifying and race day as a “nightmare” experience. Due to extreme weather conditions, the F1 qualifying for the Sao Paulo Grand Prix was postponed until Sunday morning in Brazil, leading to a disrupted session where five drivers triggered red flags. Sainz’s first crash occurred when he spun on a slow lap coming out of the first corner, resulting in extensive repairs and a pit lane start. Unfortunately, he lost control of his Ferrari on lap 39, hitting the wall and retiring from the race. Despite the challenges, Sainz reflected on the unusual crashes and expressed his hopes for a strong comeback. He attributed his struggles in wet conditions during the 2024 F1 season to his Ferrari’s performance, emphasizing the unpredictability and difficulty of driving in those circumstances.
