Sainz Comments on Future of F1, Expressing No Surprise at Driver Market Developments

Sainz Comments on Future of F1, Expressing No Surprise at Driver Market Developments

Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz has shared his thoughts on the recent developments in the Formula 1 driver market, stating that they come as no surprise to him. “It’s no surprise to me. The driver market is always moving, and there are always rumors and speculation,” Sainz said. “There are a lot of talented drivers out there, and teams are always looking for the best possible lineup. It’s a competitive business, and everyone wants to win.” Sainz’s comments come as several top drivers have announced their moves for the 2023 season. Fernando Alonso will join Aston Martin, while Pierre Gasly will move to Alpine, and Nyck de Vries will make his F1 debut with AlphaTauri. Sainz acknowledged that these moves will shake up the driver market, but he believes that the best drivers will ultimately find their way to the top teams. “Of course, there will be some surprises, and there will be some drivers who are disappointed. But at the end of the day, the best drivers will always find their place,” he said. Sainz is currently in his second season with Ferrari and is considered one of the sport’s rising stars. He has already secured three podium finishes and is currently fourth in the Drivers’ Championship. When asked about his own future with Ferrari, Sainz said that he is fully focused on the current season and not thinking about any potential contract extensions. “I’m very happy at Ferrari. I’m learning a lot, and I’m confident that we can achieve great things together,” he said. “We have a great team, and we’re working hard to improve. I’m not thinking about anything else right now.”Carlos Sainz discussed his future in Formula One following the announcement of Sergio Perez’s contract extension with Red Bull.Carlos Sainz discussed his future in Formula One following the announcement of Sergio Perez’s contract extension with Red Bull. Sainz stated that he had been aware of Perez’s contract renewal well before the official announcement. He emphasized that his focus remains on performing well for Ferrari and achieving race wins. Regarding his own future, Sainz indicated that he would consider all options available to him once his management team had gathered them. Several teams have not yet confirmed their 2025 driver lineups, including Kick Sauber (partnered with Audi) and Williams.Carlos Sainz has provided an update on the future of Formula 1, saying that the latest developments in the driver market are “no surprise” to him. Speaking to Sky Sports, Sainz said that he is aware of the rumors surrounding Fernando Alonso’s potential return to F1, and that he believes it would be a “great thing” for the sport. “I think it’s great for Formula 1,” Sainz said. “He’s a double world champion and he’s still one of the best drivers in the world. I think it would be great for the fans to have him back.” Sainz also said that he is not surprised by the speculation surrounding Sebastian Vettel’s future, and that he believes the four-time world champion will “make the right decision” for his career. “I think he’s a great driver and he’s still very competitive,” Sainz said. “I’m sure he’ll make the right decision for his career.” Sainz’s comments come amid a period of uncertainty in the F1 driver market, with several top drivers still without contracts for next season.