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F1 star pits with rival team in embarrassing Azerbaijan GP blunder
During the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Carlos Sainz mistakenly pitted at the Alpine garage instead of Williams, resulting in confusion among the mechanics. This blunder was made more embarrassing by Sainz having been a key target for Alpine in the past. Alpine humorously addressed the incident on social media, raising questions about the team’s search for a new driver. Flavio Briatore confirmed Alpine’s intention to find a new driver for 2026 amid struggles in the current season. Despite the mix-up, Sainz remains committed to Williams under a long-term contract. The FIA’s recent disqualification ruling and other developments have added further drama to the ongoing F1 season.
