Sainz ‘wasn’t pushing that hard’ before Imola F1 qualifying crash

Ferrari driver Sainz crashed out early in the second stage of qualifying for the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix on Friday, losing control at the exit of Rivazza after running over the kerb on the outside of the corner.

Sainz had been trying to improve his initial lap time before the incoming rain arrived and while his effort was enough to get him through to Q3, he was unable to take part in the session.

It means Sainz will start tomorrow’s 21-lap sprint race from 10th place,…