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Sainz in Mercedes talks and Hamilton facing a tough conversation – RacingNews365 Review
Last week, rumors suggested that Carlos Sainz had signed a potential ‘1+1 deal’ with Mercedes for a new Formula 1 seat for 2025, with a possible extension to 2026. However, sources close to the matter confirm that no deal was signed, and there will be no agreement before or during the Chinese Grand Prix weekend. Lewis Hamilton has acknowledged the upcoming need to discuss his departure from Mercedes with Toto Wolff as he leaves the team at the end of the season. Despite the poor results at the Japanese Grand Prix, Toto Wolff remains positive about the progress made with the W15, as Mercedes strives to improve its performance this season. Formula 1 is on track to achieve its goal of being carbon net-zero by 2030, a commitment highlighted in its first environmental, social, and governance report. Fernando Alonso engaged in talks with other F1 teams before ultimately committing to Aston Martin in a multi-year deal. In the competitive F1 driver market, some are aiming to secure their place for the next season through impressive performances, while one candidate may benefit most by staying put.
