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Carlos Sainz says he made a driving error in his crash at the start of Q3 at the Singapore Grand Prix, as he went off starting a timed lap. Oscar Piastri was completing a lap and had just been allo…
Carlos Sainz admitted making a driving error that led to his crash during Q3 at the Singapore Grand Prix, mentioning a lack of tire temperature as a contributing factor. He explained that he had to let several cars pass before starting his timed lap, causing his tires to be colder than expected, leading to the loss of grip that resulted in the accident. Sainz described the error as underestimating the grip available to launch the lap and feeling pressure from approaching cars, affecting his performance. Despite a challenging weekend, he hoped to find confidence and better performance during the race, acknowledging the damage sustained might necessitate starting from the pit lane. Sainz emphasized the importance of gaining rhythm and tire management, expressing belief that once in a good rhythm during the race, his Ferrari should perform well.
