P1racenews AI automatic summary:
A week after winning the Mexico City GP, Carlos Sainz endured a day to forget in São Paulo.
Carlos Sainz experienced a challenging São Paulo Grand Prix, being the fifth driver to encounter trouble with a second crash during the race. Following his recent victory in the Mexico City Grand Prix, Sainz faced a series of unfortunate events at Interlagos, leading to a pit-lane start due to qualifying troubles. During the race, Sainz’s car slid into a barrier after a mistake entering Turn 7, causing a safety car period. Despite initial struggles, Sainz managed to continue, albeit with multiple setbacks. Meanwhile, Max Verstappen seized the lead after a difficult start from the grid, exemplifying the unpredictable nature of Formula 1 racing.