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Karun Chandhok apologizes to Carlos Sainz.

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
March 24, 2024
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Karun Chandhok pede desculpas a Carlos Sainz.

Ferrari exhibited potential throughout the practice sessions, positioning themselves as strong contenders for the top qualifying spot. Karun Chandhok expressed regret for underestimating Carlos Sainz in the battle for pole position during the qualifying sessions for the Australian Grand Prix. Despite favorable expectations for Charles Leclerc as the main rival to Max Verstappen, Sainz showed remarkable skill, consistently outperforming his Ferrari teammate and securing second place on the starting grid, right behind Verstappen.

Ferrari showed potential throughout the practice sessions, positioning themselves as formidable contenders for the top qualifying spot. However, Sainz, who had recently recovered from surgery after being diagnosed with appendicitis, emerged as the surprise standout in the qualifying rounds. He outpaced Leclerc’s lap times in all three segments, securing a front-row start. Meanwhile, Leclerc, affected by a grid penalty for Sergio Perez, moved up from fifth to fourth place.

Reflecting on the qualifying performance, Chandhok acknowledged his lack of attention to Sainz’s skills during a conversation in the Sky Sports F1 studio, stating: “I feel like I owe Carlos an apology, because in my comments, I was solely focused on Charles Leclerc and neglecting him in the other car.”

The return of Sainz to racing was marked by his quick recovery from surgery, which caused him to miss the previous Grand Prix in Saudi Arabia. His return was highlighted by his strong performance in qualifying, which he admitted was somewhat unexpected due to his recent health problems. “It has been challenging weeks, spending many days in bed, waiting for this moment to see if I could be here today,” said Sainz, emphasizing his determination to compete even though he did not feel physically at his best. “But I am very happy to be here, very happy to challenge the Red Bulls this weekend.”

His resilience was evident as he navigated through discomfort to deliver an impressive performance, securing a front row start and showing his competitiveness against the dominant Red Bulls. Sainz’s commitment and ability to overcome physical challenges highlighted his exceptional talent and determination, making his success in qualifying a remarkable achievement in the face of adversity.

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