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Whilst Charles Leclerc handed a contract extension at Ferrari, talks between the Scuderia and Carlos Sainz continue. Is there a need to look elsewhere?
The silly season for 2024 has already begun, with contract extensions for Charles Leclerc at Ferrari and Lando Norris at McLaren. Rumours are circulating about the future of other drivers, and one of the main protagonists could be Leclerc’s Ferrari teammate Carlos Sainz, whose contract is expiring. Talks are ongoing, but nothing has been confirmed yet, and it seems that Sainz may be holding out for a long-term contract. As Leclerc is likely to be Ferrari’s number one option, Sainz may not be favored. However, a new deal with Ferrari appears to be the most attractive option for Sainz at the moment. Another rumour is a move to join Audi when they take over the Sauber team in 2026. Ultimately, it is up to Sainz to decide what is best for him, whether to accept a new challenge or stay with Ferrari. Waiting to see how he performs in the early season could help inform his decision.
