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The FIA stewards have launched an official investigation into Carlos Sainz following a dramatic incident during the second free practice (FP2) session at Silverstone. The Spanish driver, currently racing for Williams, found himself at the center of controversy after a near-collision involving Lewis Hamilton and Nico Hülkenberg.
The incident occurred early in the FP2 session at the high-speed Woodcote corner. Sainz appeared to lose control of his car, spinning out and skidding dangerously close to Lewis Hamilton’s Mercedes. The moment of high tension saw Hamilton narrowly escape a collision, avoiding what could have been a significant accident at the historic British Grand Prix venue.
However, the situation did not end there. As Sainz attempted to rejoin the track following the spin, he inadvertently came close to another dangerous encounter — this time with Nico Hülkenberg’s Haas. The re-entry maneuver was flagged by observers and raised immediate concerns about driver safety and situational awareness.
Following the events, race stewards quickly issued a statement confirming that Carlos Sainz was under official investigation for “potentially dangerous driving.” The concern centers on whether the Williams driver had rejoined the circuit in a safe and controlled manner, or whether his actions endangered his fellow competitors.
In response to the situation, Sainz has been formally summoned to meet with the FIA stewards after the conclusion of FP2. The outcome of this meeting could have serious consequences for the driver, ranging from a formal warning to a potential grid penalty or reprimand, depending on the stewards’ findings.
The FIA, which enforces strict safety regulations in Formula 1, routinely investigates incidents that could pose risks to drivers or disrupt fair competition. In this case, the organization is expected to review video footage, telemetry data, and onboard recordings to determine whether Sainz breached safety protocols or exercised poor judgment.
While no contact occurred and all drivers involved continued without damage, the close nature of the incident underscores the razor-thin margins of error in Formula 1 and the importance of adhering to safety standards, especially during re-entries.
Carlos Sainz has yet to comment publicly on the incident, but fans and analysts alike are watching closely as the investigation unfolds. The decision from the FIA stewards is expected to be announced before the next on-track session at Silverstone. With the British Grand Prix weekend in full swing, this development adds an unexpected layer of drama to what promises to be a thrilling race.
