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The Ferrari driver crashed at Turn 2 to bring out the red flags at Yas Marina.
Carlos Sainz crashed heavily during the second practice session of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, causing a red flag to be shown early. Sainz lost control of his Ferrari at Turn 2 and collided with the barriers, causing significant damage to the left side of the car. Fortunately, Sainz was able to exit the car without assistance. He attributed the accident to being in the turbulent air of a car ahead and the Ferrari’s issues with bottoming out during the previous practice session. Despite the red flag, the session’s clock continued to run, and George Russell was leading the time sheets.