go for Mercedes or accept the already familiar temptations of Audi?

Carlos Sainz, until a few weeks ago, was going through a quiet and peaceful winter. His idea was to extend the contract with Ferrari for another year, and then join Audi from 2026. A plan that seemed to be already written but, as we know, life often gives surprises. Formula One first and foremost.

The high society of motorsport always knows how to surprise. From this point of view, in fact, Ferrari has decided to renew Charles Leclerc (for several years, but it is not known how many) and say goodbye to the Spanish driver to make room for “Sir” Lewis Hamilton. who, therefore, will join the Monegasque from 2024. For Carlitos it was even better. “keep the match in hand”.

A situation that surprised the former driver of Renault, McLaren and Toro Rosso who, at this time, began to look around. Where will the winner of the Australian Grand Prix race in 2025 be? In the last few hours, much has been written about his possible arrival at Mercedes. The Brackley team, as revealed by British media, would offer a one-year contract with a second option to the rider who turns 30 on September 1.

Especially for this reason, according to Crash.net, Audi would not stop and would start to press the Spaniard. His arrival in 2026 was a decisive step for the German brand which, at this time, risks the driver on whom they had made an important bet stolen from under their noses. Carlos Sainz therefore appears between two fires. An ambitious project with Audi, or a handshake with Mercedes to try to relaunch the Silver Arrows? It’s going to be a tough week for the Madrid native and his suitors. Making the right choice will be very important for the second part of his work.