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Carlos Sainz has suggested that drivers are deliberately impeding rival drivers through corners they know will not result in a grid penalty.
Carlos Sainz believes that Formula 1 drivers are intentionally obstructing their rivals in specific corners where they won’t receive penalties. Sainz had a challenging qualifying session in Abu Dhabi and crashed during Friday practice. In Q1, Sainz experienced an issue that delayed him and caused him to be at the back of the queue during the final laps. He claimed over the team radio that he was impeded on purpose by other drivers. Sainz mentioned that drivers are strategically using tactics in flat-out corners to disrupt the following car, causing them to lose time without lifting. He believes that this tactic is employed by all drivers and that being in a disadvantageous position on the track will result in more difficulties.
