Bearman replaces Sainz at Ferrari for Saudi Arabian GP after appendicitis diagnosis
Carlos Sainz expressed his difficulties in the past 24 hours, stating it was one of his toughest days in a Formula 1 car due to the demanding circuit’s high G-force. His replacement, Bearman, is ready as the standby driver for the weekend, already having experience in Formula 2. Bearman, part of Ferrari’s young driver academy, believes he is equipped and prepared for the opportunity to step up to F1 if needed. Due to F2 regulations, Bearman’s pole-winning car had to be withdrawn by Prema to facilitate his F1 debut. Sainz joins Alex Albon as the second driver in two years to miss a race due to appendicitis.
