Carlos Sainz Jr, the Spanish driver for Ferrari, may be facing a change in his Formula 1 career in the near future. His manager has hinted at potential movement in the driver market in the coming weeks, and there have been rumors linking Sainz to Audi. As a free agent for 2025, Sainz is open to new opportunities after Ferrari decided not to renew his contract. While he has been considered as a possible option for Mercedes and Red Bull, the most prominent speculation revolves around a move to Audi’s new F1 venture. Audi is set to enter the sport for the first time in 2026, taking over the current Sauber-run team. However, Sainz is reportedly waiting to see how events unfold before making a decision. There are suggestions that Audi has set a deadline for next month, which has made Sainz hesitant. Carlos Onoro, Sainz’s representative, has stated that there will be no news from their camp before the next round of races but expects developments to occur soon. The driver market has been unpredictable, and while there may not be any major announcements from Sainz’s side, there are ongoing discussions and negotiations. Audi may also be considering other options to partner with Nico Hulkenberg, with Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly being mentioned as potential alternatives. Red Bull has presented an enticing proposal to Sainz, but Sergio Perez is currently favored to retain his seat due to his strong performance. As for the vacant spot at Mercedes, Sainz could be competing with 17-year-old Italian driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli, who recently had his first F1 test outing. Fernando Alonso, another Spanish driver, has already committed to Aston Martin, ruling himself out of consideration for the Mercedes drive.
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