Carlos Sainz Makes Strong Return to F1 at Australian GP After Surgery
Two weeks post-appendicitis surgery, Ferrari's Sainz completes practice sessions, aiming for competitive performance.
- Carlos Sainz returns to F1 racing at the Australian Grand Prix, two weeks after appendicitis surgery.
- Sainz completed both practice sessions on Friday with reasonable comfort, ranking eighth and third fastest.
- The Ferrari driver missed the Saudi GP but is now back, aiming for a strong performance despite not being at 100%.
- Sainz acknowledges the possibility of stepping down if not fit, but shows confidence in his recovery.
- Ferrari expects to be competitive in Australia, with Sainz's return boosting the team's prospects.
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