The Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz is being considered as a potential candidate for the second seat at Red Bull in Formula 1 for the upcoming season. Sainz is currently in his final year at Ferrari after being replaced by Lewis Hamilton for 2025, despite being the only non-Red Bull driver to win an F1 race in the last 18 months. So far, he is still without a team for next year. Sainz’s performance has been impressive, including a win in Australia, which ended Max Verstappen’s early season dominance and marked the first non-Verstappen victory since Sainz’s win in Singapore last year. Red Bull Racing team boss Christian Horner referred to Sainz as his “nemesis,” but it seems that Sainz has caught Horner’s attention and is now being considered as an option for the team.
The Australian Grand Prix was a disappointing weekend for the top contenders for Verstappen’s teammate seat for 2025. Sergio Perez, the current Red Bull driver, had a strong start to the year but had to retire from the race, while Daniel Ricciardo, his main rival, had a terrible performance for Red Bull’s second team. On the other hand, Ricciardo’s teammate, Yuki Tsunoda, had an excellent performance and scored points for Red Bull, becoming a potential candidate. However, Horner suggested that Sainz could be a better option, stating that they want to form the best possible pair and sometimes need to look beyond their current group of drivers. Horner’s suggestion of Sainz as a potential option was clear when asked if they would welcome Sainz back, to which he replied that, based on his performance, no possibility could be ruled out.
It would be negligent for any team with a vacant seat for 2025, including Red Bull, to ignore the possibility of hiring Sainz. He would be an improvement over Perez and a more convincing alternative to Ricciardo or Tsunoda. Sainz is a highly skilled and underrated driver who has performed well against the top drivers like Verstappen, Norris, and Leclerc. Both Charles Leclerc and Lando Norris, who have worked with Sainz in the past, have praised his abilities and emphasized that he is highly regarded by those who know him well. Norris mentioned that Sainz is often judged based on the results seen on TV, but those who have worked with him know his true capabilities. Despite a somewhat disappointing period at Renault, Sainz has proven that he can compete with the best in F1.
One possible obstacle to Sainz’s return to Red Bull is the tension that arose during his time as a rookie alongside Verstappen at Toro Rosso. Their parents, Carlos Sainz Sr and Jos Verstappen, played significant roles in their careers, leading to a toxic environment within the team. This may not be a situation that Red Bull wants to relive, and there is speculation that Max Verstappen may not welcome Sainz’s return. However, purely in terms of performance, Sainz should be considered, as he has shown his skills and ability to be in the right place at the right time. Winning the race in Australia certainly helped Sainz’s case, proving to team bosses that he is capable of achieving success when given a competitive car. Sainz races for himself and to prove to himself that he can win when given the opportunity, regardless of the opinions or judgments of others.
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The football star, Cristiano Ronaldo, is back at Manchester United. After a three-year spell at Juventus, the Portuguese forward returns to the English club where he made history. The news caught fans by surprise and generated great excitement for the upcoming season.
Ronaldo, 36, has signed a two-year contract with Manchester United, with the option to extend for another year. The transfer was completed for a fee of 25 million euros, a value considered low for a player of his quality.
Ronaldo’s return to Manchester United is seen as a major move for the club. In addition to bringing back one of the greatest players in history, the signing also has a significant commercial impact. Sales of Ronaldo’s jerseys are already breaking records, and his presence is expected to increase sponsor interest.
Ronaldo played for Manchester United from 2003 to 2009, winning numerous titles, including three English Championships and a Champions League. His departure from the club in 2009 was a memorable moment for fans, and now his return is celebrated as a rebirth.
Expectations are high to see Ronaldo in action again wearing the Manchester United shirt. His skill and experience could be crucial in taking the club back to the top of English and European football. Fans are eager to see what the Portuguese star can still achieve in his second spell at the club.
