Carlos Sainz was forced to flee his burning Ferrari after suffering a heartbreaking technical issue during the Austrian Grand Prix.
The Spaniard, 27, seemed to be nailed on for a second-place finish as Ferrari appeared to be cruising to a one-two, with Charles Leclerc coasting to victory. However, a reported power unit issue led to Sainz guiding his car away from the track as he gradually slowed down.
Alarmingly, flames began to emerge at the back of the Ferrari and these quickly developed into a full-on fire. Sainz made to exit the vehicle but it began to roll backwards down the hill as he released the break, with stewards eventually arriving on the seen to aid the visibly-distraught driver.
