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Carlos Sainz has opened up on how the immediate comprehension that he would be given the “power to change things” at Williams was a crucial factor in his decision to move to the team in F1.
Carlos Sainz emphasized the importance of being given the power to make changes at Williams as a significant factor in his decision to join the Formula 1 team. Initially expecting to extend his tenure with Ferrari, Sainz had to re-evaluate his options when he learned he would be replaced by Lewis Hamilton. Despite hopes of securing a competitive drive elsewhere, Mercedes and Red Bull passed over him, leading to a lengthy process to find a new team. Ultimately, Sainz chose Williams over Alpine and Sauber/Audi, signing a multi-term deal under the leadership of James Vowles. Vowles assured Sainz that Williams would value his input and be open to implementing his ideas for improvement, a key aspect for the experienced driver. Sainz’s history of elevating teams through his development skills has already begun to make an impact at Williams, despite the car’s design preceding his arrival.
