Carlos Sainz says Renault's engine problems were expected, given the French manufacturer's overhaul of its power unit for the 2017 Formula 1 season. The Toro Rosso driver admits, however, that the lack of running during the first Barcelona test has been far from ideal. The Faenza-based squad, which is using Renault engines again this year after switching from Ferrari units, has lost valuable track time over the course of the test, and Sainz was forced to stop early on Wednesday after a problem with his power unit. The team also lost the morning of the final day of work after it was force to replace the engine in Daniil Kvyat's car. With Renault having opted for a new design for its engine,...
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