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Sainz: Hamilton's Ferrari move was shocking
21 Sep
Summary
- Carlos Sainz learned of Lewis Hamilton replacing him at Ferrari via a phone call.
- Sainz believed his Ferrari contract renewal was certain before the January news.
- He told Ferrari he was still the better option despite the change.
In a resurfaced YouTube video, Carlos Sainz detailed the moment he discovered Lewis Hamilton would replace him at Ferrari for the 2025 Formula 1 season. Sainz learned this news via a phone call in late January 2024, a situation he described as "shocking." He had been led to believe his contract extension with Ferrari was progressing positively, having held discussions since October 2023.
Despite the unexpected development, Sainz informed Ferrari management that he still considered himself the superior choice over Hamilton. He channeled this experience into his driving, stating it motivated him to prove his worth, leading to what he described as the best version of himself as a racing driver.
Following his departure from Ferrari, Sainz eventually joined Williams for the 2025 season. Despite initial struggles and questioning the team's progress under new regulations, he committed to a new multi-year contract last month, expressing belief in Williams' long-term project and the ongoing investment.
