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Carlos Sainz has proclaimed that the manhole cover problems that arose during second practice at the F1 Las Vegas GP “didn’t bring good memories”.
Carlos Sainz expressed that the manhole cover issues during second practice at the Formula 1 Las Vegas Grand Prix brought back unfavorable memories. During the opening practice session at the Las Vegas Strip Circuit in 2023, Sainz encountered a loose manhole cover incident with his Ferrari, resulting in damage to his car and a grid penalty that affected his starting position for the race. Despite no similar incidents occurring the previous year, FP2 had to be halted twice due to another loose cover, raising concerns. Sainz expressed his hope for a resolution to prevent a repeat of such incidents in the future. The disruptions in FP2 hindered drivers from setting competitive lap times, adding uncertainty to the upcoming qualifying session. Sainz acknowledged the missed opportunities caused by the interruptions but remained optimistic about Williams’ performance, noting a promising pace and car balance. As Lando Norris topped the chaotic FP2 session, the competitive landscape for the F1 Las Vegas GP qualifier and race became more unpredictable.
