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Carlos Sainz’s access to crucial Williams data and Ferrari’s perspective on Lewis Hamilton’s qualifying struggles against George Russell are among the top stories in Monday’s F1 news.

F1 News: Sainz’s Williams Data, Hamilton vs. Russell Comparison

Carlos Sainz was provided with sensitive data about Williams, including details on their F1 2024 car’s weight, as part of the negotiations led by team boss James Vowles.

This access to information helped secure Sainz’s two-year contract with Williams, concluding speculation about his future after leaving Ferrari.

Ferrari’s team principal, Fred Vasseur, has expressed no concern over Lewis Hamilton’s performance in qualifying compared to his Mercedes teammate, George Russell.

Despite Hamilton being outqualified by Russell in 10 of the first 14 races of the season, Vasseur emphasized Hamilton’s stronger position in the Drivers’ standings.

Hamilton is set to compete against Charles Leclerc at Ferrari in 2025.

Red Bull’s RB20 Pushed Boundaries

Red Bull technical director Pierre Wache admitted that the RB20’s design, a significant change from its predecessor, may have pushed the limits too far.

Following a dominant 2023 season, the RB20 has only secured three wins in the last nine races, indicating that the team might have overextended in some design aspects, creating characteristics not suited for the driver.

Sainz’s Visit to Williams Factory

It has been reported that Sainz visited the Williams factory in late 2023 before learning he would be replaced by Hamilton at Ferrari.

Vowles confirmed that he first approached Sainz about joining Williams during the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix last year, with negotiations accelerating quickly thereafter.

PlanetF1.com Mid-Season Quiz

To entertain fans during the summer break, PlanetF1.com has launched a mid-season quiz on F1 2024, encouraging fans to test their knowledge on the current season’s events.