Carlos Sainz joked he’s “still jobless next year” after an unexpected Australian Grand Prix win, just weeks after he had his appendix removed.
Max Verstappen retired mid-race after his car began producing smoke, giving Sainz, who was still sporting a bandage across his stomach, prime opportunity to take his place.
“I guess this is a good for me, but jokes aside, I know when I get in a good car I can get it done”, he told Sky Sports, noting he was “uncertain” he’d even be ready to come back.
Charles Leclerc took second, while McLaren’s Lando Norris came third.