From Podium to Passenger Seat: Sainz and Leclerc's Post-Race Journey
Carlos Sainz, Jr., after his podium finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, drove a rented van with Charles Leclerc heading to Monaco. Their flight was diverted due to weather from Nice to Italy, where Sainz humorously hinted at speeding for a quicker journey, drawing lighthearted objections from Leclerc.

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Carlos Sainz, Jr. transitioned from the adrenaline of a Formula 1 race to the driver's seat of a rented van after securing a surprise podium finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Joined by fellow racer Charles Leclerc, the duo embarked on an unexpected road trip to Monaco when their flight was redirected due to adverse weather conditions.
Their journey from Italy unfolded after a turbulent weekend for Leclerc, who faced challenges in Baku, crashing in qualifiers and finishing ninth. The storm rerouted their flight from its original destination of Nice, forcing an impromptu drive.
Amid laughter, Sainz suggested shortening their two-hour drive to an hour and a half, prompting Leclerc's playful protest. Their camaraderie highlighted a light-hearted end to a challenging weekend on the track.
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