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Carlos Sainz has revealed that talks over an extension to his Ferrari Formula 1 deal were on the “right path”
Earlier this month, Ferrari announced signing Lewis Hamilton on a multi-year deal starting from 2025 to partner with Charles Leclerc, leaving Carlos Sainz without a seat beyond the current season. Sainz revealed that discussions for his renewal with Ferrari were progressing until Ferrari shifted focus to Hamilton. Despite being linked to a transition to Audi in 2026, Sainz stated he is a free agent for 2025 and is assessing all available options for the best racing project ahead. Sainz emphasized that while considering his future, his current priority lies in performing well during winter testing and completing his final season with Ferrari with the complete support of the team. He expressed that though the departure from Ferrari would be emotional, his focus is on giving his best for the team throughout the year.
