Carlos Sainz’s comeback at the Australian Grand Prix was nothing short of remarkable. After missing the Saudi GP due to appendicitis surgery, the Ferrari driver showed incredible determination and resilience to return to the cockpit at Albert Park, Melbourne. Sainz’s journey back to the track was met with doubts and uncertainties, but he proved his critics wrong with a stellar performance in qualifying.
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During the qualifying session, Sainz battled through discomfort and “weird feelings” but managed to secure the second fastest time, just behind Max Verstappen. The Spaniard’s grit and determination were on full display as he pushed his limits and delivered a standout performance on his return to racing.
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Speaking after qualifying, Sainz expressed his disbelief at his front row spot, stating, “It’s been a tough couple of weeks, a lot of days in bed waiting for this moment to see if I could be here today. But I’m very happy to be here, very happy to be challenging the Red Bulls this weekend.”
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Sainz’s teammate, Charles Leclerc, also faced challenges during qualifying, finishing in fifth place after struggling with balance issues. Despite the setbacks, both Ferrari drivers remained focused on maximizing their results in the race.
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