The Ferrari star took it upon himself to pursue the would-be robbers around the streets of Milan.
Sainz set off in pursuit - first in a car, then on foot - with members of his team and other passersby.
The Spaniard, who retrieved his watch and returned to his hotel, thanked everyone involved in a message on social media.
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