Carlos Sainz faced a dramatic turn of events during the United States Grand Prix. After a strong performance in the Sprint race, finishing in third place, his hopes for glory dissipated due to a collision with Kimi Antonelli.
Carlos Sainz Collides with Kimi Antonelli
The incident occurred on Lap 16 at Turns 15 and 16. Sainz made a daring attempt to navigate the tight left-hander and dive towards the apex. However, Antonelli was in the process of taking his regular racing line, leading to a collision that resulted in Sainz’s front wing being severely damaged.
The collision left Sainz with no choice but to retire from the race. Meanwhile, Antonelli managed to continue despite suffering some damage. The race stewards announced they would review the incident after the conclusion of the event.
Other Race Highlights
- Max Verstappen led the race, with Charles Leclerc, Lando Norris, Lewis Hamilton, and Oscar Piastri rounding out the top five on Lap 11.
- No further penalties were issued against Alex Albon or Gabriel Bortoleto for their first-lap contact that caused a spin for the Williams driver.
- Esteban Ocon was cleared by stewards regarding a potential jump start investigation.
This race was a clear reminder of the unpredictability of motorsport, where fortunes can change within moments, as seen in Sainz’s case at the United States GP.
