Carlos Sainz having arrived in his third season with the colors of the Scuderia Ferrari and the Cavallino crest on his chest, in a recent interview with Dazn Spagna he spoke about his relationship with the team and with his main rival, his teammate Charles Leclerc. The relationship between the two, whatever the media and rumors say, has always been excellent. The team relies on both equally Vasseur he stated that he wants to keep both Carlos and Charles in the team, given that there is a lot of talk about the renewal of the two drivers' contracts. In terms of results, the Monegasque is ahead with 2 closed seasons ahead of the Spaniard but this is a relative data, if you like, because dynamics not linked to the talent of the drivers also come into play such as the reliability of the car, errors in the pits, poorly secured manholes and so on.
In a 2023 season dominated by Verstappen Carlos was the only driver, other than Perez, to snatch a victory from the Dutchman. Furthermore, this season the Spaniard has shown that he has further improved. Ready to take the leap. Which doesn't just depend on him. In view of next season, Ferrari is in fact working on the project single-seater 2024, different from the SF-23, with the aim of giving both Charles and Carlos the opportunity to win. Their rivalry at Ferrari can only do good because it requires the best results from both. Sainz too he is convinced that his relationship with Charles is stimulating for both of them, implying that he does not want to give up even an inch in the internal struggle.
Sainz and Leclerc, competition and respect
Regardless, Carlos Sainz and Charles Leclerc have deep respect for each other. Even on the track, the stage of their challenge, where they complete each other: Leclerc excels in the fastest lap, while Sainz demonstrates strategic mastery in the race. The bond has strengthened over time: Sainz obtained a contract renewal after the first year and a further extension is being discussed with Vasseur. Sainz's will is clear, he wants a car to win in 2024, with the hope of starting each weekend with the belief that he can achieve victory.
Sainz during the interview granted to Dazn he spoke clearly about the relationship with Leclerc and the competition between the two, underlining that: “In every race Charles and I are within half a tenth of each other, we are always close. He has great ability in the flying lap and also in the race in recovering and gaining positions at the start. We are a great couple.”
The excellent Sainz-Leclerc duo is based on healthy competition, always oriented towards the good of the team that counts on the balance between pushing hard and cooperating, creating a perfect combination for Ferrari.
“We are two riders who get along very well and I think that for the team, having two people who push each other is ideal. There is healthy competition between us, but the priority is always the team. Personally, I try to bite when I have to and control myself when I need to control myself.”
