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Carlos Sainz eyes turning shock front-row into first Williams podium
Carlos Sainz is aiming for his first podium while driving for Williams following his surprising second-place finish in qualifying at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Despite coming close to securing pole position, Max Verstappen ultimately claimed the top spot, with only Sainz able to challenge him. Sainz expressed his satisfaction with Williams’ strong qualifying performance and his ability to consistently deliver competitive laps. Looking ahead to the race, Sainz is determined to push for a podium finish and build on Williams’ history of success in Baku. Although he missed out on pole, Sainz acknowledged the superior pace of cars like McLaren and Red Bull, remaining optimistic about his performance and the team’s potential.
