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Ferrari will hold “private discussions” with F1’s Las Vegas Grand Prix in a bid to seek compensation for the damage sustained to Carlos Sainz’s car.
Carlos Sainz’s Ferrari sustained significant damage when it hit a loose manhole cover, leading to the cancellation of Thursday’s practice session. Ferrari had to replace the chassis, power unit, and battery on Sainz’s car, resulting in a 10-place grid penalty. Team principal Fred Vasseur confirmed that Ferrari is seeking a settlement with the event’s organizers to cover the extra costs incurred. The request to change the damaged components without penalty was denied by the FIA, which left Sainz and the team disappointed. Adjusting the budget cap will be challenging as there is limited time and resources to rebuild everything before the next race.
