Carlos Sainz Ruled Out of Saudi Arabian GP with Appendicitis, F2 Racer Bearman Steps Up as Replacement

Published: 08 March 2024 at 13:39

Carlos Sainz has been diagnosed with appendicitis and will require surgery, leading to his exclusion from the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix weekend. Ferrari\'s reserve driver Oliver Bearman will replace Sainz for the remainder of the event, joining Charles Leclerc. Bearman, an 18-year-old F2 racer, has previously tested F1 machinery with Ferrari and is currently competing in the F2 Championship with Prema Racing.

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