The Spanish flag was the one flying high at the end of the weekend in Britain. Carlos Sainz clinched his maiden pole position, which he converted into his first Formula 1 victory. He had to wait for 151 races before being called a race winner in the pinnacle of motor sport.

Formula 1 is an exclusive racing club featuring the top 20 drivers of the world. Each driver on the grid is hungry for success every time they walk into a Grand Prix weekend. Once the visor goes down, the only thing on the mind of an F1 driver is standing on the top step of the podium when the chequered flag drops.

The first win is the most memorable moment in any driver’s career as they realize their childhood dream. The seven-time world champion, Lewis Hamilton acknowledged this by congratulating Sainz. He said, “What a drive for @carlossainz55, congrats on that first win. Only happens once, enjoy it.”

However, the cheer in the Italian camp was half-hearted. Reportedly, a part of the Ferrari staff (probably from Leclerc’s side of the garage) refused, at least initially, to attend the podium ceremony and the usual photos. (Translated using Google)

The reaction was the aftermath of Carlos Sainz overruling the team’s orders at the British GP. He overtook Leclerc despite being told to give him 10 car lengths after a late safety car restart. This enraged the mechanics working under Leclerc’s garage.

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The Spaniard has put his heart and soul into grabbing the accolade that always escaped him. He takes pride in wearing the red uniform whenever he goes racing. The reaction of the Ferrari when he crossed the chequered flag downplayed his win, and he deserves a bigger tap on his back from the prancing horses.

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The driver, racing with the number 55, registered himself in the history books of F1 with his feat in the United Kingdom. All the other drivers were quick to congratulate Sainz for his triumph. To put things into perspective, many drivers finish their racing career without even sipping the champagne once. Rightfully F1 fans were vocal after this instance.

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Nonetheless, the driver nicknamed ‘Chilli’ is a fighter. The Spaniard has that first career win under his belt and would be unleashed like a horse on his badge for the remainder of the season. Do you think Sainz can announce himself as a title contender at Austria?