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Carlos Sainz has addressed his recent incident with Ferrari team-mate Charles Leclerc.
Carlos Sainz acknowledged that the “ding dong” battles with Charles Leclerc will persist after their clash at the Spanish Grand Prix. Despite the on-track incident, Sainz and Leclerc denied any existing tensions between them. The competitiveness between the two drivers, who have been evenly matched this season, suggests that their battles will continue. Sainz noted that such skirmishes are normal when two drivers share the same racing space throughout the season. While Sainz and Leclerc enjoy their on-track duels, Sainz expressed a desire to keep them out of the public eye, preferring to address them privately. The drivers’ positive relationship has endured despite their competitive spirit, and Sainz emphasized the importance of handling conflicts internally.