Carlos Sainz Sr is considering challenging FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem for a second term in this year’s elections, as reported by Motorsport.com. Sainz, a two-time World Rally champion, is known for his success in rally-raids, including his recent victories at the Dakar Rally.
Despite being the father of Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz, Sr has had a successful career in motorsport, starting with rallying in the 1980s and later transitioning to the World Rally Championship. With wins for SEAT and Ford, Sainz established himself as a dominant force in rallying.
His partnership with co-driver Luis Moya led to multiple successes, including his first WRC win in 1990 and his championship titles in 1990 and 1992 with Toyota. Sainz’s contributions to the sport have cemented his legacy as one of the greatest rally drivers of his generation.
As he contemplates a new challenge in the realm of motorsport governance, Sainz’s illustrious career serves as a testament to his passion and dedication to the sport. His potential bid for FIA presidency marks a new chapter in his enduring motorsport journey.
