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Aston Martin protests F1 Chinese GP qualifying results after Sainz red flag crash
During the second part of qualifying, Sainz went off at the final corner, prompting a red flag stoppage, but he managed to complete a lap and return to the pits. Ferrari quickly repaired his car, and he progressed into Q3, ultimately securing seventh place. Aston Martin lodged a protest over technical regulations, challenging Sainz’s participation after the incident. The FIA rule in question prevents drivers from rejoining under a red flag, but Sainz was able to resume independently. Representatives from Aston Martin and Ferrari are set to meet with FIA stewards to address the issue. The protest could impact Lance Stroll’s position and potentially affect Sainz’s standing on the starting grid. Sainz admitted to a mistake causing the incident but managed to recover in subsequent laps during qualifying.
