P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Carlos Sainz may have been usurped by Fernando Alonso as the most talked about free agent in the F1 driver market this week, but where do fan of the series think the out-going Ferrari driver should land next season?
Carlos Sainz is currently considered the top choice for any Formula 1 team seeking a driver change, despite preferences from Mercedes and Red Bull for other drivers. Sainz was suggested by fans to potentially join Aston Martin for the 2025 season before Fernando Alonso extended his contract with the team. The possibility of Sainz joining Aston Martin is now doubtful due to Alonso’s renewal, and fans are not eager for Sainz to replace Lance Stroll at the team. Although Stake F1 is a likely destination for Sainz in the transition from Sauber to Audi in 2026, only a small percentage of fans support this move. The majority of fans believe Sainz’s future in Formula 1 lies elsewhere, raising speculation on which team he may eventually join. The full survey results provide more insight into fan opinions on Sainz’s next move in the F1 driver market.
