Sainz criticizes collisions in Monaco Grand Prix leading to DNF
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 1:28 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026

Carlos Sainz expressed discontent after his race ended due to collisions with Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto at the Monaco Grand Prix. He described the incidents as 'borderline unacceptable.' The collisions occurred in the final stages of the race, resulting in a retirement that affected Sainz's finishing position. He raised concerns regarding the nature of the driving that led to these incidents, emphasizing the need for improved standards. As the season progresses, Sainz's performance will be scrutinized to assess his competitiveness moving forward.
- •Sainz involved in collisions with Hulkenberg and Colapinto
- •Incidents forced Sainz's retirement from Monaco Grand Prix
- •Sainz calls the collisions 'borderline unacceptable'
- •Concerns raised about driving standards in F1
- •Next races may see strategic shifts in response
"Carlos Sainz believes his collisions with Nico Hulkenberg and Franco Colapinto that forced the Williams driver's retirement in the closing stages of the Monaco Grand Prix were "borderline unacceptable".
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