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[Saba Sports News] The upcoming F1 team, Audi, is set to join F1 in 2026, and there is ongoing speculation about who will be their driver. Reports indicate that Audi has a keen interest in Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz, whose contract expires at the end of this season, and they are eager for him to join their team. Audi is hoping to finalize their driver lineup as early as possible to begin preparations for their inaugural season in Formula 1. However, despite being in contact with Sainz, the driver has not provided a response, causing Audi to grow increasingly anxious. They have set a clear deadline for Sainz to give a definitive answer before May. If he fails to meet this deadline, Audi will no longer consider him for the position. The editor suggests that Sainz may have his own reasons for not responding to Audi promptly. Considering that Audi is a new team entering F1, joining them would entail a longer journey to achieve success compared to more established teams. The Audi team would need to excel in all aspects to gain popularity. While Audi has a strong background, becoming a popular team would require breakthroughs and success in various areas.