“Wouldn’t Let Verstappen Win”: Carlos Sainz Names 1 Condition to Strip Max of Robotic Dominance as He Looks Back at Forgettable Campaign

Max Verstappen and RBR have been soaring high, but there’s more to this racing saga than meets the eye. Amidst the high-speed battles, a candid voice emerges from the Ferrari camp – none other than the spirited Carlos Sainz. In a recent interview, Sainz dropped truth bombs, providing a refreshing dose of unfiltered insights.

The Hungarian GP witnessed Verstappen’s 44th F1 career victory and RBR achieved a remarkable feat by securing 12 consecutive victories, breaking McLaren’s 1988 record. Verstappen joined a prestigious group of drivers, including Alberto Ascari, Michael Schumacher, Sebastian Vettel, and Nico Rosberg, as the only ones to win 7 races in a row. These remarkable performances have kept Verstappen’s momentum strong as the championship battle intensifies. Meanwhile, Carlos Sainz faced his own challenges, as he finished the race in P8.

Carlos Sainz unafraid to speak his mind reflects on the 2023 season, as per formula passion, Sainz emphasizes, “The results of 2023 must be looked at in perspective , they weren’t anything special, because everyone – including me – expected more. But if we look at them in relation to the car, it’s not a bad season. In Formula 1, the car is very important, I don’t like making comparisons, but if Charles and I were driving Red Bull, we wouldn’t let Verstappen win, like he is doing with us.” Sainz candidly points out that the car plays a pivotal role in determining a team’s success.

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He avoids making direct comparisons but implies that given a competitive car like Red Bull, he and his teammate Charles Leclerc could potentially challenge Verstappen’s seemingly robotic dominance on the track. Despite the struggles, Carlos Sainz’s commitment to Ferrari remains steadfast.

Carlos Sainz’s Future Amidst Ferrari’s Struggles

Ferrari’s performance in the 2023 season has not lived up to expectations, with the team struggling to find the same level of success they experienced at the start of the new regulation cycle. With only two podium finishes in the first 11 races, Ferrari faces stiff competition and currently sits in fourth place in the Constructors’ Championship. As the team focuses on addressing its uncompetitive standing, Carlos Sainz supports the decision to postpone contract negotiations.

Carlos Sainz shares his alignment with Frederic Vasseur’s view, recognizing that Ferrari’s immediate concerns lie in improving their performance on the track. The congested F1 calendar, characterized by numerous back-to-back races, limits the time available for thoughtful contemplation about the future. Sainz acknowledges the challenges of engaging in meaningful discussions amid the demanding schedule and expresses agreement with Vasseur’s prioritization of more critical aspects within the team.

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