Written by Lujan Garcia, Edited by Meghana Sree
It was a stunning weekend for Carlos Sainz in Mexico City, one that he’ll cherish forever. Right from his pole position at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, followed by his fight with Max Verstappen who took the lead from him at turn one, everything about this weekend went smoothly for the Spaniard and culminated with a stunning victory after 71 laps of the race.
Sainz not only won the race but also allowed Ferrari to move into second place in the Constructors' Championship, along with Charles Leclerc's third-place finish and fastest lap. This leaves a gap of 29 points behind McLaren, which still allows the team to take the Constructors’ title, which it has not won since 2008.
This is the Spaniard’s second victory so far this year, and the first time he has won multiple races in a single season. The first one was at the Australian Grand Prix, 15 days after he underwent surgery for his appendicitis.
Sainz is also the first driver to win the Mexican GP starting from pole position in eight years. A Ferrari driver had not won since 1990 in this country. Sainz broke a 34-year winless drought at this track for the Scuderia.
In addition to the great victory under his arm, it was twice as special for the driver because he was accompanied by all his family and friends. He stated:
“Honestly, I was really looking forward to this one, I needed it for me, I wanted to get it. I had been saying for a long time that I wanted one more win before I left Ferrari, and to get it here in front of this big crowd is incredible.
“My mother had never been present at a race win with me before, and the fact that she came here this weekend, I really wanted to win a race in front of her.”
It’s hard to overlook the emotional weight this victory carries for Carlos Sainz, especially knowing that it may be one of his last moments in a Ferrari. As he prepares to make the transition to Williams next season, this win feels like a farewell to a chapter of his career that has been both challenging and rewarding.
Sainz’s desire to secure one final triumph with the Scuderia underscores the significance of this moment; it’s not just about the race, but about leaving a lasting legacy with a team he has fought hard for.
In a sport where every moment counts, this victory serves as a beautiful culmination of his time at Ferrari, a bittersweet reminder of what he is leaving behind, and a hopeful glance towards the future as he embarks on a new journey with Williams.
Sainz's Mexico victory is a testament to his talent and determination. With this incredible triumph, he has not only solidified his place in the hearts of fans but has also reignited the flames of hope for the team's future in the Constructors' Championship.
The ensuing celebrations transcended team boundaries and reminded us of how motorsport can unite us all. Indeed, it reinforced the saying: Everyone is a Ferrari fan.
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