Source: REUTERS/Jaimi Joy
[Saba Sports News] Recently, news about Max Verstappen possibly moving to Mercedes surfaced, and Carlos Sainz, as a key figure in the potential chain reaction, has clearly drawn a line: Even if Verstappen leaves Red Bull, he would not become his replacement. Sainz said that if possible, he will fulfill his commitment to Williams for the next two years or longer. According to reports, Sainz and Verstappen’s relationship dates back to before 2016, when they played together for Red Bull Racing for a season and a half. After that, Sainz moved through Renault, McLaren, and Ferrari, and now he has signed a contract with Williams until at least 2026. In the view of the editor, when the rumors about Verstappen’s transfer clouded the paddock, Sainz’s firm stance clarified at least one potential variable in the Red Bull seat. This Spanish driver chose to bet on the revival of the Williams team, while Verstappen’s next move still affects the fate of many drivers inside and outside the paddock.