After his victory in the Mexican Grand Prix at the 4.304-kilometre Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City, Carlos Sainz shed light on the engine issues he experienced. The Spaniard dominated his competitors in the second round of the American triple-header, claiming an authoritative win. This was yet another confirmation of his driving skill, ahead of his anticipated move to join James Vowles at Williams.
Formula 1 now leaves Mexico and heads south to the twists and turns of Interlagos. The final leg of the American triple-header will also be the most challenging for Ferrari, on a circuit that should favor McLaren. Winning in Mexico City was crucial to keeping hope alive for the Constructors’ title, and the Ferrari duo was prepared: a double podium, with Carlos Sainz winning and surpassing Red Bull.
It was an exciting race, in which the Spaniard first secured the lead with a spectacular pass on Max Verstappen and then managed his position masterfully. Only one minor scare marred the Spaniard’s afternoon: a misfire from the Ferrari engine that, with a third of the race remaining, threatened a disastrous outcome.
Ferrari, Carlos Sainz Explains the Engine Issues
“I felt that this weekend would be a great opportunity to win the race,” said Carlos Sainz. “I was determined to win and focused on that goal the entire weekend. My family, my best friend, my girlfriend—many people were here to support me, and I thought that maybe my last win with Ferrari could come in front of them all.” – the Spaniard pointed out at the end of the Mexico City Grand Prix – “The only mistake I made was at the exit of Turn 3, hitting a curb. I short-shifted and experienced a misfire in the engine, which scared me a bit. But we had these issues throughout the weekend, and we know they were due to altitude and mapping. Once I was in the lead, I trusted my pace and management. I knew the win was possible.” – the Ferrari driver concluded.
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