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[Saba Sports News] Carlos Sainz, a driver for Williams F1 Team, will take on an important role ahead of the 2025 F1 season. He formally replaced four-time F1 World Champion Sebastian Vettel as the new director of the F1 Drivers’ Association (GPDA), joining fellow directors George Russell, Alex Wurz, and Anastasia Fowle. On social media, Sainz expressed excitement and pride about his new role, stating that he is passionate about the sport and believes that drivers should collaborate with various parties to drive F1 forward. Sainz has accumulated considerable experience since entering F1 in 2015 and is preparing for his 11th full season. Alex Wurz warmly welcomed Sainz’s addition, highlighting that Sainz has always been an active participant in GPDA activities, thanking him for his commitment to this important role. Given Wurz’s background as a driver for McLaren and Williams, his endorsement adds weight to Sainz’s new position.