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Serious problems at Ferrari: Magnussen's engine almost gave up as well

10 July 2022 at 17:14
Last update 12 July 2022 at 11:52
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Ferrari have been struggling with engine problems all season. Charles Leclerc, for example, crashed out twice when victory was within his grasp. In Austria, it was Carlos Sainz's turn again. The Spaniard missed out on eighteen World Cup points. Ferrari is very worried because it is not only Sainz who suffered from issues with the Italian engine.

Lawrence Binotto, a journalist from the official Formula 1 website present at the Red Bull Ring, writes on his Twitter that he spoke with Kevin Magnussen afterwards and that the Dane was also hampered in his driving.

The Haas F1 driver eventually crossed the finish line in eighth place, two spots behind teammate Mick Schumacher. Magnussen had to drive around the problems, but he managed to do so well. His relief after crossing the finish line was great. "I prayed to God that my engine would not explode. Fortunately, that didn't happen in the end."

For Ferrari, this means that there is at least work to be done towards the French Grand Prix in a fortnight's time. In Maranello, the engines will be examined the coming week to find out what exactly is wrong.

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