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Christian Horner has not fully closed the door on Carlos Sainz ever joining Red Bull.
Christian Horner believes there are still possibilities for Carlos Sainz to potentially join Red Bull in the future. Sainz was strongly linked to moving to Red Bull to partner Max Verstappen at the start of the 2024 season after his victory in the Australian Grand Prix but ultimately signed with Williams. Red Bull decided to promote Liam Lawson instead, as Horner explained the decision to pass on Sainz and focus on their junior program. Horner emphasized the importance of investing in young talent and providing a clear pathway to Formula 1 through their program. Ultimately, Red Bull aims to prioritize the progression of their junior drivers over external signings.
