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Carlos Sainz took his third career victory in Formula 1 as he took the chequered flag at the Albert Park Circuit, home of the Australian Grand Prix.
Carlos Sainz expressed his elation at winning the Australian Grand Prix, describing it as a high point in what he calls a “rollercoaster” 2024 Formula 1 season following his victory at the Albert Park Circuit on Sunday. Sainz seized the victory ahead of his teammate Charles Leclerc, benefitting from Max Verstappen’s early race retirement. This race marked Sainz’s comeback after missing the Saudi Arabian round due to appendix surgery. It is also significant as this is his final season with Ferrari before Lewis Hamilton joins the team next year. Sainz’s dominant performance and strategic tire management secured him the win, showcasing the team’s hard work paying off. The race had its challenges, yet Sainz navigated it smoothly, emphasizing the emotional rollercoaster he had experienced throughout the season.
