Leclerc not worried about Sainz's future

Carlos Sainz here, Carlos Sainz there... For about a week and his victory in Australia, two weeks after his appendicitis operation, the Madrilenian has been the popular driver in the paddock. Beyond his success in Melbourne, the representative of the Team is also being talked about because its future is currently at the center of debate.

Not returned to Maranello to make way for Lewis Hamilton from 2025, he is launched into a race for a new contract. Where will he go? This is the question that many actors are asking themselves lately. On the media side, his name is associated with many teams. Red Bull, Mercedes, and even Audi in view of the manufacturer's arrival in the rings in 2026…

Charles Leclerc: “Everyone knows the value of Carlos”

But for the moment, the Spaniard is letting the season take its course before deciding. Opportunities will present themselves to him in the coming weeks and months, and everything will eventually work out. He is aware of it. In any case, on the other side of the Scuderia garage, we are not worried about the rest of Carlos Sainz's career.

« Everyone in the paddock knows the value of Carlos, highlighted Charles Leclerc, asked about the future of his future ex-teammate. He is one of the most highly rated riders and is extremely strong every time he steps into a F1. He demonstrated this on several occasions.

I don't think he's underrated. I'm not worried about his future. I'm sure many team managers talk to him, even if he doesn't say it. I'm sure he will have plenty of opportunities. He will just have to make the right decision for his career. » Everything is therefore in the hands of Carlos Sainz for 2025, and beyond.

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