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How Carlos Sainz 'Nailed' The F1 Qatar Grand Prix To Give Williams a Podium Finish
- Sainz helped Williams secure a Qatar Grand Prix podium, their second of 2025, moving the team to fifth in the Constructors’ standings.
- An early-pit stop under the safety car let Sainz jump Antonelli and seize the podium opportunity.
- Sainz described the race pace and strategy as key factors in the podium, praising the team’s execution.
- Sainz battled Lando Norris in the final laps after a car issue affected the front end.
- Sainz credited the safety car for reshaping the race dynamics and creating a podium chance.
- The podium occurred on the four-year anniversary of Williams' owner Frank Williams’ passing.
- Sainz explained how he managed to defend against Norris in the closing laps.
- Norris closed the gap late, but Sainz kept him at bay until the end.
- Henry Cheal notes Sainz’s role and Williams’ rising performance across the weekend.
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