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Carlos Sainz will start F1’s Mexico City GP with a five-place grid penalty for a collision with Andrea Kimi Antonelli during the United States GP.
Carlos Sainz received a five-place grid penalty for a collision with Andrea Kimi Antonelli at the United States Grand Prix, affecting his start in Formula 1’s Mexico City Grand Prix. Despite a promising Sprint Race podium, Sainz aimed to convert a top-10 start into points at the main event held at the Circuit of the Americas. An attempted overtake on Antonelli led to contact, spinning the Mercedes driver and ending Sainz’s race due to damage on his Williams. Sainz defended his actions, stating that he believed the move was viable, while acknowledging he could have been more patient as he aimed for a points finish. The incident highlighted the fine line between risk and reward in racing, as Sainz now faces the challenge of a grid penalty at a track where overtaking is challenging due to the high altitude. Despite the setback, Sainz remains philosophical about the ups and downs of the sport, recognizing the unpredictable nature of racing.
