Sainz hails Dakar run in father's FordCarlos Sainz says driving his famous father's Ford Dakar Raptor was one of the greatest experiences of his life. Carlos Sainz, Azerbaijan GP 2025© WilliamsDuring Formula 1's summer break, the Williams driver travelled to Zaragoza's San Gregorio military base to join four-time Dakar winner Carlos Sainz Sr at a Ford test. Sitting alongside his father, Sainz jr quickly realised the challenge. After swapping seats, the younger Sainz admitted to being very stressed at first, but soon revelled in the Ford Raptor T1. The Spaniard also admitted he could one day follow his father into the Dakar.