Ferrari's Spanish driver Carlos Sainz hoisted the winner's trophy after clinching the Mexico City Formula One Grand Prix on Sunday.
Sainz expressed his determination to secure victory at the Mexico City Grand Prix, aiming to notch at least one more win before departing Ferrari at the end of the season. Sainz, who is transitioning to Williams after Ferrari recruited seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton, celebrated his fourth career victory and Ferrari's first win in Mexico since 1990.
"It was an extraordinary win and a singular sensation. It had to happen here in Mexico, a place where I feel immense affection from all the fans, and especially with my entire family and friends present," Sainz shared with TV reporters.
"When I noticed my whole family attending this race, the car performing well, and in front of a crowd that adores me... I thought: 'I'm giving it my all.' I envisioned it would be wonderful if one of my final victories with Ferrari occurred at such a distinctive circuit, with my family by my side. It's the first time my mother has witnessed me win, so I was particularly eager for it."
The triumph held special significance for the 30-year-old, who began from pole position but had to battle back after losing the lead on the opening lap to Red Bull's Max Verstappen. Sainz reclaimed the lead following a safety car intervention on lap six and controlled the rest of the race to secure his victory at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez.
"The podium was profoundly emotional. I did shed a tear during the Spanish anthem. Undoubtedly, it ranks among the finest moments of my career," he said.
"I truly wanted to win a race in front of my mother. On top of that, the entire weekend unfolded perfectly. Losing the lead at the start and then having to fight back against Max made everything more challenging. It likely makes the victory taste even sweeter because I had to work hard for it."
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