THE STORY
During the 2022 Monaco Grand Prix qualifying on May 28, Red Bull Racing's Sergio Pérez spun into the barriers at Portier, causing a red flag. As the session was about to conclude, Ferrari's Carlos Sainz Jr. collided with Pérez's stationary car, ending the session prematurely. This incident resulted in Pérez qualifying third and teammate Max Verstappen fourth, both behind Ferrari drivers Charles Leclerc and Sainz. (formula1.com)
TEAMS / PEOPLE:
Red Bull, Sergio Perez, Max Verstappen
WHY IT MATTERS
The crash disrupted the final moments of qualifying, preventing Verstappen from improving his lap time and securing a higher starting position. The incident also highlighted the challenges of navigating Monaco's narrow streets under high-pressure conditions.