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Carlos Sainz has revealed he and Sergio Perez endured an “awkward” meeting after their penultimate lap collision in last weekend’s Formula 1 Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Perez was in a position to challenge Charles Leclerc’s Ferrari for second place when he was compromised at Turn 1 and Sainz managed to sneak through on the exit. But […]
During the race, Perez and Sainz collided, ending their chances of podium finishes and leaving both drivers frustrated with the outcome. Despite initial tension, a discussion in the medical center helped clear the air between the two drivers. They both acknowledged their mistakes and expressed disappointment over missing out on valuable points for their teams. Perez emphasized that the incident was unfortunate, leading to both drivers finishing with zero points. Ultimately, they agreed to move on from the incident and focus on finishing the season strongly. Perez also addressed criticism regarding a perceived push, clarifying that there was no ill intent and emphasizing the importance of moving forward from the incident.
