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Acciona Sainz came within a lap of winning the Extreme E championship in 2023, and with that painful heartbreak still fresh in the mind – after all, last season’s finale was only two short months a…
After experiencing the heartbreaking loss at the Extreme E championship in 2023, Acciona Sainz aimed to start this season strong to overcome that disappointment. Despite an unfortunate incident during the Desert X Prix final on Saturday, the team managed to secure a victory in Sunday’s final race. Team boss Carlos Sainz Sr. expressed his satisfaction with the season’s kickoff, highlighting the mental boost the win provides after a challenging previous year. The addition of Fraser McConnell to the team has already proven to be a successful move, with McConnell impressing Sainz with his performance and determination. McConnell, thrilled to work with the experienced team, acknowledges the responsibility of stepping into a significant role and aims to continue proving his worth. Surrounded by legendary talent in his teammates, McConnell remains committed to pushing himself further and striving for excellence in off-road racing.