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Ferrari Formula 1 boss Frederic Vasseur is “optimistic” that Carlos Sainz will be able to race in the Australian Grand
Carlos Sainz’s media commitments for the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix were cancelled due to feeling unwell, but he still drove in practice. It was later revealed that Sainz had appendicitis, requiring surgery and ruling him out of the race. Oliver Bearman made his F1 debut in Sainz’s place and finished seventh. Ferrari’s team principal, Vasseur, admitted they underestimated Sainz’s illness until he went to the hospital. Sainz’s recovery progress has been positive, with Ferrari giving him time to assess his return. Vasseur praised Sainz’s determination to race despite the pain, highlighting his impressive performance in practice.