Carlos Sainz delivers an impressive performance at the 2024 Australian Grand Prix. Since his return to the F1 grid, he has become the driver everyone is talking about. He showcased his skills at the Albert Park circuit and his former teammate openly criticized the notion that Sainz is underrated.
Sainz made his comeback to racing at the Australian GP after missing the Jeddah event due to appendicitis surgery. Many did not expect him to perform well, but to the surprise of his critics, he clinched a sensational victory in the 58-lap race!
Following his remarkable achievement, there has been a lot of talk in the F1 paddock about Sainz being underrated in the sport. However, Lando Norris disagrees with this perspective.
After his heroic feats at Albert Park, Sainz has now secured three wins in the sport. Despite losing his seat at Ferrari, his career is on the rise and he has quickly become one of the most sought-after drivers on the market for 2025.
Norris has been emphatic in stating that Carlos Sainz is not underrated among those who know him behind the scenes. He also acknowledges that Sainz has elevated his performance. In 2022, Sainz was the only non-Red Bull driver to clinch a victory at the Grand Prix.
Norris firmly believes that the current version of Sainz is the best so far in his career.
Max Verstappen’s retirement in Australia allowed Sainz and [driver’s name] to close in on him. Furthermore, considering the growing performance of the SF-24, the Japanese GP may present some challenges for the dominant Red Bulls.
It remains to be seen whether the Ferrari challenger will shine at the flowing Suzuka circuit of F1 and if Carlos Sainz will dominate the three-day event once again. All eyes will be on Sainz during next month’s Japanese GP.
