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Carlos Sainz is on the hunt for a new Formula 1 squad as he will leave Ferrari at the end of the current campaign.
Carlos Sainz has two main factors he is considering when looking to sign with a new team in Formula 1 – a project that allows him to win and stability for a medium to long-term partnership. He is parting ways with Ferrari to make room for Lewis Hamilton, who is joining the team from Mercedes. Potential destinations for Sainz could include Mercedes and Stake, which is set to become Audi in 2026. Sainz emphasized the importance of understanding the team and being understood by the team for a successful partnership. He is keeping an open mind and taking his time to assess all options before making a decision that will benefit his career and personal growth as a driver. Despite rumors about his father talking to Red Bull’s Helmut Marko, Sainz sees these interactions as normal in the F1 world, where relationships matter.