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Red Bull’s Eye on Sainz: Christian Horner Hints at Future Partnership with the Spaniard

Harry Bright by Harry Bright
January 4, 2025
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Red Bull’s Eye on Sainz: Christian Horner Hints at Future Partnership with the Spaniard

Nov 23, 2024; Las Vegas, Nevada, USA; Scuderia Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz (55) celebrates after placing third in the Las Vegas Grand Prix at Las Vegas Circuit. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Could Carlos Sainz be destined for a dramatic return to Red Bull Racing? In a tantalizing revelation, Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has hinted at the possibility of working with the 30-year-old Spaniard in the future, even after Sainz missed out on a 2025 seat with the Austrian outfit.

The comment comes as Sainz begins a challenging new chapter with Williams Racing, leaving fans speculating about a potential reunion with the team where his F1 journey began.


Sainz’s Shocking Ferrari Exit

The 2025 driver market was turned on its head when Ferrari chose not to renew Sainz’s contract, opting instead for a new direction. The Spaniard, who had spent years vying for race wins and podiums, found himself without a top-tier seat. While rumors swirled about a potential move to Red Bull, the team ultimately promoted its rising star, Liam Lawson, leaving Sainz to join Williams Racing.

For Sainz, it was a bitter pill to swallow, but Horner’s recent comments suggest that his door to Red Bull isn’t entirely closed.


Horner’s High Praise for Sainz

Speaking candidly about Sainz’s talent and future prospects, Horner didn’t hold back his admiration:
“Carlos is a great driver, and options still remain open with him in the future,” Horner revealed. “He was considered as a potential replacement for Checo [Sergio Pérez]. In many respects, you’d say there was real logic in signing Carlos.”

However, Horner emphasized Red Bull’s commitment to its junior development program, highlighting the decision to promote Liam Lawson from VCARB as a vote of confidence in the team’s young talent.
“We made the choice to look internally and put belief in the junior program,” Horner added, reinforcing the team’s strategy of cultivating homegrown stars.


A Familiar Face for Red Bull

Sainz is no stranger to the Red Bull family, having been part of its junior program and driving for Toro Rosso (now AlphaTauri) before departing for Renault in 2017. His experience, consistency, and ability to extract maximum performance from midfield machinery make him an attractive option for any team on the grid.

Despite the missed opportunity for 2025, Horner’s comments keep the door ajar for Sainz’s return. For now, Sainz will focus on his new role at Williams, but he hasn’t ruled out a reunion with Red Bull down the road.


Sainz’s Mission with Williams

Sainz faces a monumental task with Williams, a team that has struggled at the back of the grid in recent years. The Spaniard is determined to help rebuild the once-iconic team, but it’s a long-term project requiring patience, development, and significant investment.

“I’m fully committed to this project,” Sainz said earlier this month. “Williams has a storied history, and I want to be part of bringing them back to the front of the grid.”

However, if Red Bull comes knocking, it’s hard to imagine Sainz not considering a return to the sharp end of the grid.


The Future Beckons: Sainz and Red Bull’s Unfinished Business

For now, Red Bull has placed its faith in Liam Lawson, but Horner’s words suggest that the team is keeping tabs on Sainz. Should circumstances align, a Sainz-Red Bull partnership could be a match made in motorsport heaven – a reunion steeped in history and bursting with potential.

As Carlos Sainz embarks on his Williams journey, one eye will undoubtedly remain on Red Bull, a team that continues to leave the door open for one of its most talented former protégés.

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