Carlos Sainz Bluntly Gives Ferrari a Dressing Down After ‘Suffering’ Against Mercedes & Red Bull

In a turmoil of discontent, Carlos Sainz vividly recounts the grueling struggle of last year’s races, where every setback lurked. As the 2024 F1 championship season started, uncertainty shrouded the grid, with the futures of numerous drivers hanging in the balance. As widely recognized, the Ferrari man finds himself among the unsettled, and Lewis Hamilton’s shocking announcement unexpectedly throws his future into uncertainty.

Ferrari driver has performed remarkably for the Italian team, clinching 2 race victories and acquiring the red suit, along with 16 podiums and 5 poles. Amid his impending departure from Ferrari in 2024, the Spaniard is contemplating his F1 career, prioritizing the path that provides the most significant opportunity for a world championship.

Carlos Sainz reveals that Ferrari’s last season was a struggle

Carlos Sainz’s tenure is coming to an end with Ferrari in 2024; he is already evaluating his next career move, intending for clarity before summer. Yet, he refrains from closing doors, remaining open to opportunities. The Spaniard’s future remains unknown, yet he navigates it with cautious analysis and forward-thinking determination. Nevertheless, the 29-year-old driver aspires to leave the Scuderia Ferrari with positive memories. He believes that the SF-24 signifies a change from the tactics used by his predecessors.

After finishing the last preseason testing in 2024 in Bahrain at Sakhir International Circuit, the 29-year-old shared his thoughts and insights, reflecting on the challenges and the overall performance during the testing sessions. Carlos Sainz conveyed to Soymotors.com, “Yes, last year, in the race, we suffered. We suffered because we were going backwards, we were downgrading and we had to go slower than the others to avoid downgrading and, even going slowly, you ate the wheels; and eating your wheels, they overtook you and defended you. Last year was challenging”.

Although he spoke less about the past preseasons, the Spanish man demonstrates composure and the ability to appreciate the present. Despite the setback of being replaced by a team that appeared certain of his renewal, he faces the unexpected with resilience. Approaching 30, he has encountered more challenging circumstances. Apart from this, he is optimistic and expected to choose Mercedes or Red Bull.

Carlos Sainz’s search for stability

After the announcement from Ferrari that Lewis Hamilton will be joining in 2025, Carlos Sainz faces the prospect of searching for a new F1 team. Since Sergio Perez’s contract with Red Bull and the Spanish man’s history with the team will expire, a return is possible, but Marca reports Sainz is still on time.

Apparently, he is looking for stability with whatever contract he signs. His prior three contracts were multi-year, which gave him continuity and eliminated uncertainty so he could focus on his career. The prospect of a one-year deal or one plus one, like Hamilton had with Mercedes, could be an unappealing offer. Carlos Sainz expressed to F1, “Wherever I go next, I will look for stability and an interesting project to become a champion in the future,” he added. “I believe in stability. I’m a big believer in consistency”

Apart from this, the 29-year-old has many other options, with eight other teams having accessible seats in 2025. All eight are possible landing spots for the Spaniard.

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