P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Carlos Sainz believes Lando Norris has driven “like a race winner for many years” and “deserved” the luck that helped
Norris broke a 109-race winless streak in F1 by seizing victory in Miami, taking advantage of a mid-race Safety Car to surpass Max Verstappen. Sainz acknowledged Norris’ stroke of luck with the well-timed pit stop that minimized time loss and highlighted how drivers in less competitive cars rely on similar opportunities. Sainz, one of the few to have outpaced Red Bull recently, noted the unpredictability of F1 where stellar performances can go unnoticed if they don’t result in a win. Despite his own setbacks in Miami, including a post-race penalty, Sainz reflected on the importance of luck and timing in securing a win, recognizing Norris’ consistently strong performances leading up to his victory. Sainz regretted missing out on a potential win due to mistimed pit strategy and on-track incidents, underscoring the importance of seizing opportunities and showing aggression in a highly competitive field like F1.
