Ferrari Boss Hints at Carlos Sainz's Possible F1 Return After

Ferrari Boss Hints at Carlos Sainz’s Possible F1 Return After Hamilton’s…..read more

Ferrari team principal Fred Vasseur has hinted at the possibility of Carlos Sainz returning to Ferrari in the future, following Lewis Hamilton’s anticipated exit from the team. In a recent statement, Vasseur revealed that discussions have already taken place about the Spanish driver potentially rejoining the Scuderia after a period away. This comes after Hamilton’s monumental move to Ferrari next season, which will see him replace Sainz.

Sainz, a four-time Grand Prix winner, has spent the last few years at Ferrari but will be making way for Hamilton, who leaves Mercedes after a highly successful 12-season tenure with the team. Hamilton’s move to Ferrari is a major shift in the F1 landscape, as he will be joining the Italian team on a multi-year deal. The 39-year-old British driver is nearing the end of his illustrious career, and this move is seen as a strategic decision for both Hamilton and Ferrari as they look to make the most of his remaining years in Formula 1.

With Hamilton’s signing, Sainz’s future at Ferrari was uncertain, and the 30-year-old Spaniard has now found a new opportunity with Williams. After months of speculation, Sainz secured a long-term contract with the British team, who have made significant strides in recent seasons. However, with Mercedes opting for 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli to replace Hamilton and Red Bull leaning towards a younger lineup for the future, Sainz was left with few options within the top teams.

The move to Williams marks a new chapter for Sainz, who, at 30, likely has one more major team switch ahead of him if he is to challenge for regular race victories again. While Williams is showing signs of progress, they are still not a team capable of consistently fighting at the front. If Sainz cannot return to a top team soon, he may find himself facing the reality of ending his career without another shot at a championship, especially as many of the “big four” teams are filling their seats with younger talent.

Vasseur’s comments suggest that while Sainz’s departure from Ferrari is temporary, there could be a chance for a reunion in the future. The Ferrari team principal said, “In the future, the door is certainly open for him.” He emphasized that talks have already been held between Ferrari and Sainz about the possibility of a return. “This is a very small world, there are only 10 teams and only 6 or 7 top drivers, and you never know what can happen in the future,” Vasseur added.

However, Vasseur made it clear that both Sainz and Ferrari need to focus on their respective current projects. The future remains uncertain, and Vasseur was careful not to make any promises. “Most of us, both Carlos on his side and me on mine, have to focus on our project, and I don’t know what will happen in 2027, 2028, or 2029,” he said.

With the F1 driver market constantly evolving and the arrival of new young talents, it is impossible to predict exactly where drivers will end up in the coming years. For now, Sainz will focus on his new challenge at