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Carlos Sainz has spoken out against the current restrictions on testing in F1, empathising with the plight of rookies and calling for a solution to the “frustrating” situation.
Carlos Sainz expressed frustration with the limited testing for drivers and teams in modern F1 and urged for better preparation before each season. With only three days of pre-season testing split into two four-hour sessions each, drivers have little time to get familiar with their cars. Sainz, joining Williams this year, admitted feeling “lost” during testing at Bahrain International Circuit. While Sainz criticized the current situation, Isack Hadjar, despite limited experience, felt ready and willing to learn on the job. Sainz proposed increasing testing days to around eight, believing less reliance on simulators would benefit rookies in particular.
