Sainz dominates in Melbourne, Leclerc follows closely
Welcome to Kosport Magazine, your source for all things sports. Today, we bring you the latest news from the Formula 1 world. After a brief hiatus due to appendicitis surgery, Carlos Sainz made a triumphant return to the track at the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix. And in Melbourne, he continued his winning streak, taking the top spot on the podium with ease.
But it wasn’t just Sainz who impressed on the track. His teammate, Charles Leclerc, also put on a strong performance, finishing in second place after starting in fifth. However, he couldn’t quite catch up to Sainz, who had a significant lead after Max Verstappen was forced to retire due to a brake issue.
Despite his impressive finish, Leclerc admitted that he struggled with tire management during the race. In the 10 laps leading up to his second pitstop, he lost 6.4 seconds to Sainz, whose tires were seven laps fresher. When asked if he could have done anything differently to challenge his teammate for the win, Leclerc simply replied, “Just being better.”
But Leclerc also acknowledged that Sainz was the better driver this weekend, stating, “Carlos has just been better this weekend. But it’s been like that for the last three years, where we take turns being the faster driver. And that’s very exciting as a driver to have such a fast teammate.”
Leclerc confident in Sainz’s worth
As Sainz’s contract with Ferrari comes to an end in 2025, there has been much speculation about his future in Formula 1. With Lewis Hamilton joining the team in 2025, Sainz’s seat is up for grabs, and many teams are interested in signing him.
But Leclerc has no doubt about Sainz’s worth, stating, “I think everybody knows Carlos’ worth in the paddock. He’s one of the highest-rated drivers in the paddock.” And while Sainz may not always be considered a top driver by the media, Leclerc believes that his talent is recognized by those in the industry.
Leclerc also revealed that he’s not worried about Sainz’s future, as he’s sure that many team principals are already in talks with him. And he’s confident that Sainz will make the best decision for his career.
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