P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Carlos Sainz has explained how minimal track time this weekend and traffic were the contributing factors behind his shock exit in Q2 at Formula 1’s Dutch Grand Prix. Ferrari was braced to encounter a troubling weekend at Zandvoort, but Sainz’s problems were accentuated as a gearbox gremlin saw him miss out on mileage in FP2. […]
Carlos Sainz faced challenges at Zandvoort due to a gearbox issue, limited track experience, and adverse weather conditions during practice sessions. Despite aiming for Q3 in qualifying, he was impeded by traffic and lack of dry running which affected his performance. Sainz managed to secure third place in Q1 but struggled in Q2 due to unfamiliarity with track evolution and setup adjustments. His teammate, Charles Leclerc, also struggled to match the pace of their rivals, with Ferrari acknowledging a clear weakness in slow-speed corners at Zandvoort. Sainz expressed hopes for improved competitiveness in upcoming races like Monza and Singapore, recognizing the work needed to close the performance gap with McLaren.
