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Sainz: Sochi crash 'worst seconds of my life'

– Toro Rosso driver Carlos Sainz Jr. says that his high-speed accident during practice for last year's Russian Grand Prix was the "worst seconds" of his life, as he feared he would suffer serious injury.Sainz Jr. dramatically lost control of his STR10 on the approach to Turn 13 at Sochi Autodrom and clipped the inside wall, before careering straight into the barriers at the exit of the corner.The Spaniard was buried beneath the Tecpro wall for over 15 minutes before being successfully removed from the stricken car and transported to a nearby hospital, where he was later released.He subsequently gained clearance to participate in the Grand Prix, but has since recalled his...
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