Formula 1 | Sainz felt frustration despite the podium in Monaco
While Carlos Sainz’s second place in Monaco in 2021 might seem like an excellent result, the Spaniard admits that the podium was a disappointment in the Ferrari clan. Charles Leclerc had taken pole position, but was unable to take the start following an accident at the end of Q3, and an undetected problem.
Sainz had at the time railed after missing pole position, which he should be able to sign. He had expressed his frustration at the idea that the two Ferraris could have monopolized the first row, and therefore that he could have started in the lead in front of Max Verstappen, with a good chance of victory on the winding track.
“Monaco is the least pleasant podium of my career” Sainz said. “I was really pissed off on Sunday, after what happened with Charles, and all. I remember I didn’t get over that disappointment for three days because it was my first chance to win a class. and do the pole. “
Sainz finished ahead of Leclerc in the championship in 2021, despite a fairly clear domination of the Monegasque in terms of result. Nevertheless, he was one of the very good surprises of the season, and reveals to have been impressed by the level of his teammate.
“At Ferrari, I ran into one of the fastest drivers I have ever faced. A very complete driver. I arrived after two very good years at McLaren. I hadn’t afraid of facing anyone or anything. “
“The first half of the season was tough. I had to adapt, but in the second half I started to go really fast and felt very comfortable with the car. allowed to make results and courses at the level that I expect of myself. “