Carlos Sainz criticizes rivals for reckless driving in Monaco
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 10:00 AM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
Carlos Sainz expressed frustration with his Formula 1 rivals following the Monaco Grand Prix, where he retired after collisions with Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto. The incidents occurred shortly after a restart, with Sainz maintaining his position from 10th before being forced into the wall by Hulkenberg. Sainz labeled the actions of his competitors as 'stupid risks', indicating hopes for a points-scoring race. Hulkenberg received a 10-second penalty for the incident as stewards deemed him at fault. Colapinto also expressed regret over his role in the collisions.
- •Sainz retired due to collisions with Hulkenberg and Colapinto.
- •Hulkenberg was penalized for causing the incident.
- •Sainz criticized the reckless tactics during the Monaco restart.
- •Stewards acknowledged Sainz was collided with but saw no further action warranted.
- •Colapinto apologized for his involvement in the incidents.
- 10:00 AMMotorsport.com — Carlos Sainz hits out at “stupid risks” from F1 rivals: ‘How can a veteran like Nico do this?’
- 10:00 AMYahoo Sports — Carlos Sainz hits out at “stupid risks” from F1 rivals: ‘How can a veteran like Nico do this?’
"Carlos Sainz said his Formula 1 rivals took “stupid risks” in the Monaco Grand Prix, after collisions with Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto caused his retirement. Sainz’ race unravelled at the second standing start following the late red flag, which he took from 10th place. The Williams driver had maintained that position by the time he tackled the Loews hairpin on the outside of ...Keep reading
"An indignant Sainz was hit by Hulkenberg and Colapinto within seconds of the Monaco restart and retired from the race
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 9, 2026, 10:00 AMCarlos Sainz hits out at “stupid risks” from F1 rivals: ‘How can a veteran like Nico do this?’
Carlos Sainz said his Formula 1 rivals took “stupid risks” in the Monaco Grand Prix, after collisions with Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto caused his retirement. Sainz’ race unravelled at the second standing start following the late red flag, which he took from 10th place. The Williams driver had maintained that position by the time he tackled the Loews hairpin on the outside of ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 9, 2026, 10:00 AMCarlos Sainz hits out at “stupid risks” from F1 rivals: ‘How can a veteran like Nico do this?’
An indignant Sainz was hit by Hulkenberg and Colapinto within seconds of the Monaco restart and retired from the race
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