Carlos Sainz may be lured to join Williams after receiving a lucrative offer that matches the initial proposal from Audi to the Spanish driver. Sainz’s future in Formula 1 remains a widely discussed topic. He has not yet finalized his team for the upcoming season, putting him at risk of not having available seats if he delays his decision. However, amidst this uncertainty, Williams has presented a tempting offer to Sainz.
Sainz has been touted as a top contender for several teams since Lewis Hamilton announced his move to Ferrari. Audi also gave him a two-week ultimatum to join their team for the next season, but the 29-year-old driver chose to play the waiting game and not respond to the contract offer. It has also been noted that Red Bull cannot match Audi’s offer to bring Sainz on board.
Unexpectedly, Williams offered an alternative path for Sainz. The Grove-based team plans to partner with [driver’s name] after extending his contract. Reports suggest that Williams also matched Audi’s “perfect two-year contract,” aiming to convince Sainz to join their ranks. If these rumors are true, fans can anticipate a final announcement in the near future.
Many people see signing with Williams as a major step back compared to Ferrari. However, committing to a two-year contract with Williams until the end of 2026 would grant Sainz the freedom to explore other options in 2027. This would allow him to join a team that has performed well under the new set of regulations introduced in the 2026 season. Formula 1 presenter [presenter’s name] believes that a final decision has already been made behind the scenes.
Steve Jones recalled Sainz’s comments about his long-term goal of joining a team. According to Jones, these remarks from the Spanish driver strongly indicate a move to Williams. The 47-year-old presenter claims it is evident that Sainz will soon be joining Grove as part of his long-term aspirations in the pinnacle of motorsport.
Carlos Sainz has chosen to remain silent regarding negotiations of his contract with any team. This has created anticipation among the paddock, with everyone eagerly awaiting the final decision of the Spanish driver. So far, Sainz has little chance of securing a seat at Mercedes or Red Bull.
