Time: 2024-05-26
Ferrari star Carlos Sainz Jr. has been given the verdict by the FIA following the Monaco Grand Prix qualifying session. Sainz secured the third position on the grid, showcasing an impressive performance. With his teammate Charles Leclerc taking pole position, Ferrari's prospects were looking promising. Red Bull faced challenges with Max Verstappen starting from sixth and Sergio Perez from 16th due to disqualification. This setback offers Ferrari a chance to narrow the gap in the constructors' championship. The FIA investigated Sainz for an alleged impeding incident involving Williams' Alex Albon during the qualifiers. After a thorough review of evidence, the stewards concluded that Sainz did not impede Albon unnecessarily. Despite a minor time loss, Albon found the situation somewhat ambiguous. The Monaco circuit's complexities played a role in the incident. This outcome clears Sainz of any wrongdoing and allows him to focus on the upcoming race.