Charles Leclerc delighted with Carlos Sainz's extension at Ferrari

A little continuity within a team which has constantly renewed itself in recent years can never do any harm. It is in this sense that the contract extension of Carlos Sainz in Ferrari of two additional seasons – until 2024 – can already be considered good news for the Reds, as evidenced by the reaction of Charles Leclerc this Friday morning. The Monegasque welcomes the choice of his team, which is banking on an unchanged duo for the coming years. And maybe we never know.

Sainz's consistency from his first year paid off

The Italian team and the Spanish driver surely couldn't have dreamed of anything better for a first season with the Scuderia. Despite the difficulties of their car since 2020, the arrival of Carlos Sainz and his ability to deliver good results very quickly have surprised his little world. The Madrilenian has been on the podium four times in 2021, and it is not about to fade this season. Especially since the agreement with Charles Leclerc seems to be in good shape. This is evidenced by the Monegasque's comments at a press conference this Friday morning in Imola.

"I'm really happy for him, declared the championship leader. Carlos, beyond being a good person, he is also a great driver. The most important thing is that we are both moving in the same direction for the team. We want the same things for the car, and that's an important factor for the team. It is also an advantage for us, the pilots, to have a contract and a long-term commitment, so that we can work and commit for the long term. »

It is also a sign that the team is moving in the right direction. A driver with satisfactory performance, in a car capable of winning, is always a guarantee of success. But continuity is also a factor of success for all parties. Because long-term contracts are not common in the streets Formula 1 – poke Valtteri Bottas.

“No, it never happened to me [to stay so long in a team], confides the main person concerned. The longest was two years with McLaren – without forgetting the two and a half years spent with Toro Rosso which the Spaniard did not mention – And that's about it. This time, I'm going to spend twice as much time there!

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As you can imagine, I am very happy. After such a good first year, it is quite clear for both parties to continue the adventure over the next few years. The fact that I signed a new contract with the team I've dreamed of since I was little and also the fact that this team is fighting for victories, it's a perfect situation for me and I'm excited to know what the future holds for us. »

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Committing his future with us until 2024, @ CarlosSainz55 is staying for another two years 🌶 https://t.co/kxu4MmSlWT#esseFerrari 🔴 # Sainz2024 pic.twitter.com/0ONJCJYm6Y

- Scuderia Ferrari (@ScuderiaFerrari) April 21, 2022