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Carlos Sainz has revealed Ferrari’s recent uptick has seen him and Charles Leclerc “talk more” about the prospect of winning the F1 Constructors’ title in 2024.
Ferrari secured consecutive victories this season with Sainz’s dominant win at the Mexico City Grand Prix, following his second win succeeding Leclerc’s third place finish in the United States. The Italian team’s back-to-back double podiums have placed them second in the standings, 29 points behind McLaren with four races left. Sainz credits their success to both drivers consistently scoring points in recent races, boosting their championship hopes. Despite a strong showing in Mexico, Sainz recognizes Ferrari’s competitiveness also relies on McLaren’s performance. Leclerc, aiming for the Drivers’ Championship, acknowledges Ferrari’s realistic chance of winning the Constructors’ title by focusing on maximizing their car’s potential. Ferrari’s main target is the Constructors’ title, as Leclerc sees it as a more achievable goal, while the Drivers’ title remains a tougher challenge.
