F1 Rumor: Carlos Sainz “Knows Toto Wolff Very Well”, Wild Lewis Hamilton Switch Underway?

The first F1 Nation Podcast in 2024 was just aired live and with that come the latest details of the Lewis Hamilton switch to Ferrari replacing Carlos Sainz. Lawrence Barretto takes the lead as they discuss one of the biggest transfers in F1 history. As Lewis Hamilton plots to win his 8th World Champion title, the whole world has their eyes on the 39-year-old. But where does this leave Carlos Sainz?

Carlos Sainz lost his seat in Ferrari in 2024. Starting in 2025, he will have to look for a new team and while his future looks uncertain, Barretto talks about the options Sainz has. And while Hamilton made a move to Ferrari, there are chances that Sainz’s connections with Toto Wolff might come into play.

Lawrence Barretto breaks down Carlos Sainz’s prospects

While discussing how Carlos Sainz lost his seat to the greatest driver of our generation, Barretto talks about how this could probably be the best thing to happen to the Spaniard driver. Barretto revealed on the F1 Nation Podcast, “I think he has tons of options. I think he [Carlos Sainz] knows Toto Wolff very well. I know that Mercedes needs consistency, they want somebody who’s going to not rock the boat and they want somebody who’s going to get on well with George Russell. And Carlos Sainz fits that bill.”

The F1 writer and presenter further spoke about all the potential teams that Carlos Sainz can move to after the 2024 season. Considering the options, Barretto said, “Other possibilities include Aston Martin, a team already contending for podiums, and with potential for further improvement.” He also mentioned the opportunity at Sauber, where his former boss, Andreas Seidl, could potentially turn things around. Continuing his ideas for Sainz, Barretto said, “Even a move to Williams, under the leadership of James Vals, who has transformed the team significantly in a short period, could prove fruitful.”

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Barretto further explained the benefits of each team: “While these options may not immediately scream Ferrari, they are teams on the rise, each at a different pace. With the potential for race wins at Mercedes, podiums at Aston Martin, and promising developments at Sauber and Williams, Lawrence has a variety of attractive prospects.” Lawrence ended this topic by saying that Sainz needs to come to terms that his time with Ferrari is over and move on.

Where does this leave Carlos Sainz?

The podcast continued to discuss the transfer of Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari and what Carlos has in store for him. An interesting revelation was made by Lawrence as he said that Lewis taking Sainz’s seat in Ferrari was a good thing for Carlos Sainz.

Lawrence Baretto sees the situation as a win-win for Sainz–either he competes against the greatest driver in history or beats him, showcasing the worth of the hype surrounding him. Hamilton’s arrival presents a sink-or-swim opportunity for Sainz to prove himself as World Championship material.

Lawrence suggests that this is a crucial moment for fans to discover the true potential of Charles Leclerc. Lawrence believes that Sainz may have an edge over Hamilton initially, given his familiarity with Ferrari’s culture, which could take time for Hamilton to adjust to.

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That being said, where do you think Carlos Sainz will fit in after the 2024 season? Let us know in the comments below.