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What’s behind Ferrari’s silence on Sainz’s F1 future
Carlos Sainz has expressed his desire to have his Formula 1 future with Ferrari beyond 2024 sorted before the start of the 2024 season. Ferrari team boss, Fred Vasseur, also stated his goal to sort out the contracts of both Ferrari drivers before racing resumes. Although there is still time before the provisional deadline, the announcement of Charles Leclerc’s contract extension alone has raised speculation about Sainz’s situation. Sainz is reportedly seeking a two-year extension until the end of the 2026 season, but an agreement has not been reached yet. There have been rumors of Alex Albon being considered as an alternative option if negotiations with Sainz do not progress. Despite the ongoing talks, the delay in announcing Sainz’s contract has led to speculation about the situation. However, Sainz’s performances and the partnership with Leclerc have been highly regarded at Ferrari. The negotiations between Ferrari and Sainz’s representatives are taking longer than expected, creating uncertainty about the outcome.
