[autotag]Carlos Sainz[/autotag]’s status for the 2025 Formula 1 season is up in the air as he looks for a new ride. Sainz won’t return to Ferrari as Lewis Hamilton joins the race team alongside Charles Leclerc. The 29-year-old driver has been linked to Red Bull and Mercedes, but Audi has been the main storyline. In fact, a new report on the two sides has come out recently.
According to El Confidencial, Audi’s deadline for Sainz to sign a contract has expired. Audi set a timeline for Sainz to sign before entering the open market, and since that has passed, the manufacturer can now consider other options. This doesn’t mean that Sainz won’t join the race team, but Audi doesn’t have to wait around with silly season underway.
The Ferrari driver’s best options are likely Red Bull and Mercedes because they have established success in Formula 1. While Audi represents a good financial opportunity, it’s unknown how they will truly run when taking over Sauber. Sainz has been looking for a ride, and while Audi could still be an option, other teams might be more intriguing overall.
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