September 4th 2023.
Carlos Sainz had an eventful weekend in Italy. After a thrilling Italian Grand Prix on Sunday, the Ferrari Formula One star experienced an unfortunate incident where thieves attempted to steal his £500,000 watch just hours later.
Reports state that Sainz was approached by three men outside the Armani Hotel in Milan, but thanks to the help of his bodyguard and several passers-by, the robbers were blocked and handed over to the police. Thankfully, the watch was retrieved and Sainz thanked everyone for their help in a message on Instagram.
The 29-year-old Spanish driver had plenty to celebrate on the track too. At the Italian Grand Prix, Sainz enjoyed his best weekend of the season, sensationally pipping Max Verstappen and teammate Charles Leclerc to pole. He fought off Verstappen for 14 laps, but the Red Bull was too quick in the end. However, Sainz held onto third to claim his first podium of 2023 and his first for Ferrari at their home race.
“It was tough. It does not get tougher than it was out there today,” Sainz stated post-race. “I spent the whole race pushing trying to keep the Red Bulls behind. In the end, I paid a bit of a price with the rear tyres. It has always been a pleasure to race Charles when I have had the chance. We had fun out there today.”
The incident in Milan and Sainz's performance at the Italian Grand Prix show that the Ferrari driver is having a great season so far. With his fifth place in the standings, he is sure to be aiming higher as the season continues.
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