Ferrari DROP Sainz in stunning Abu Dhabi move as Hamilton rep

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In a stunning move set to shake up the Formula 1 world, Ferrari is making a significant change to its driver lineup for the upcoming Abu Dhabi Grand Prix. The Italian team has confirmed that Carlos Sainz will be replaced for Free Practice 1 by his younger brother, Arthur Leclerc, marking a historic moment in the sport. This comes as Ferrari prepares for the future, with major shifts planned for the 2025 season.

After a year of speculation, it was confirmed earlier this season that Lewis Hamilton would be joining Ferrari for the 2025 Formula 1 season, effectively ending his long and successful stint with Mercedes. As a result of this high-profile signing, both Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc, Ferrari’s current driver duo, are expected to part ways. Sainz, in particular, is set to move to Williams next season, leaving Ferrari after a four-year stint.

The upcoming Abu Dhabi Grand Prix will not only be significant for these driver changes but also for the looming constructors’ championship battle. Heading into the season finale, Ferrari is still in the hunt for the title, trailing McLaren by just 21 points. Ferrari has gained considerable momentum after a strong showing in the previous race in Qatar, and they will be looking to finish the season on a high.

For Carlos Sainz, the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix represents his final race weekend with Ferrari. The Spanish driver, who joined the Scuderia in 2021, will be looking to end his tenure with the team in a positive fashion before transitioning to Williams for 2025. Sainz’s switch to the British team comes after Hamilton’s signing at Ferrari, which means that the Spanish driver will no longer have a place with the Scuderia