Carlos Sainz Faces Significant Setback with Williams at the US Grand Prix
Carlos Sainz encountered a major issue during his first practice session at the Circuit of the Americas. The driver faced a gearbox problem that forced him to terminate his FP1 performance ahead of schedule.
Carlos Sainz’s Gearbox Issue at the US Grand Prix
During his brief stint on the track, Sainz managed only nine laps before returning to the pit lane. The early termination of his session means this was his only practice opportunity ahead of the weekend’s sprint qualifying.
Details of the Incident
- Event: FP1 session termination
- Location: Circuit of the Americas
- Issue: Gearbox malfunction
- Laps Completed: 9
- Team Communication: Williams confirmed the issue and expressed confidence in readiness for qualifying.
In a statement, Williams noted, “Carlos has experienced a problem with his gearbox which we are investigating. He will not join the remainder of FP1 but will be ready for Sprint qualifying this afternoon.” Despite this setback, the team believes Sainz will participate in the upcoming sprint qualifying event.
Previous Performance
Last year, Sainz topped the FP1 session in the USA while racing for Ferrari, showcasing his potential at this venue. With a solid history here, all eyes will be on whether he can rebound quickly from this setback.
