Carlos Sainz has provided an update on his well-being and likelihood of participating in the Australian Grand Prix. The Ferrari driver had a strong start to his 2024 season, finishing just behind the dominant Red Bull cars with a third-place finish in Bahrain. However, Sainz felt unwell during the first two practice sessions in Jeddah and was later diagnosed with Appendicitis. As a result, he was replaced by an F2 driver for the weekend.
After two weeks of recovery, Carlos Sainz is back in the paddock before the Australian Grand Prix. When asked about his fitness and prospects of racing this weekend, the Ferrari driver confirmed that he is fit to compete but emphasized that he will prioritize his well-being and step back if he experiences any discomfort.
Sainz appears confident about participating in Free Practice 1 tomorrow to assess his physical condition. It is hoped that the Spaniard has fully recovered and can continue to demonstrate his racing skills, potentially securing a competitive seat for 2025 and beyond, as he will be replaced by another driver.
Carlos Sainz discussed his plan with the FIA to evaluate his physical condition for the Grand Prix. The Spaniard has made significant progress in his recovery over the past two weeks since undergoing surgery. With a fitness check scheduled with the FIA tomorrow, it is likely that he will receive clearance to return to racing at the Australian Grand Prix this weekend.
Sainz emphasized that he is cautious about his well-being and will communicate clearly about his feelings and any potential pain or discomfort. He prioritizes avoiding unnecessary suffering or worsening his condition.
The driver seems to be in good spirits ahead of the race weekend, hoping for a smooth and successful performance to regain his momentum after the season opener in Bahrain.