Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc had a minor accident at the start of the Spanish Grand Prix. The Ferrari team had a successful start to the 2024 season, with two wins in nine races. However, they faced a setback during the race after a collision between Sainz and Leclerc.
The race started with excitement as both drivers were performing well. However, Sainz’s attempt to overtake Leclerc resulted in a collision. Sainz reported over the team radio that Leclerc made contact with his car and forced him off the track.
Despite the incident, both drivers continued the race without major issues. They were vying for a podium position at the Barcelona circuit. However, there were differing opinions about the collision, including comments from David Coulthard.
Coulthard, a former Red Bull driver, stated that some people would consider the collision a normal part of racing. This shows that there are different perspectives on the incident.
For Ferrari, it is crucial to perform at their best to achieve good results in the race. Leclerc is currently in a fierce competition with another driver in the championship standings. Therefore, Ferrari may strategically try to surpass their competitor to increase their chances of success.