Carlos Sainz gives insight into Baku setup: "You can win through both high load or low load"

Carlos Sainz gives insight into Baku setup: “You can win through both high load or low load”. Carlos gives insight into Baku setup.

Scuderia Ferrari Spanish driver Carlos Sainz took part in Friday’s press conference ahead of the 2022 Azerbaijan Grand Prix and gave insight into the possible Baku setup:

“You can win through both high load or low load. The simulations show the lap time to be practically the same, choosing one setup or the other” – the Spanish driver confirmed – “You have to choose a direction and trust yourself. You need a car which gives you confidence, because you have to brake late and be close to the walls. This is a great challenge for us drivers but also for the team as regards the set-up. It’s a great circuit and I really enjoy being here and I think it’s great for Formula 1 to come here.” – Carlos Sainz explained.

The Ferrari driver was also asked about Pierre Gasly, who may leave the Red Bull team after Sergio Perez’s contract extension: It’s not easy [what he’s going through]. But thanks to Red Bull, that’s why I arrived in F1. I understand what Pierre is going through, I experienced something quite similar. This decision caused me some moments of tension with Red Bull, but I have maintained good relations with both Christian Horner and Helmut Marko and can only have words of gratitude towards them. I understand both positions, because it is difficult to find a balance between what you want and loyalty to those who have trusted you. Pierre is a good driver and he is always good on track, it is normal that he has high expectations and that he wants to find a solution which allows him to fight for wins and pole positions.” – Carlos Sainz added.

The Spanish driver was also asked about Ferrari’s Monaco strategy: “In hindsight, we would have done things differently for Charles. For me, we got the strategy right. I was in the lead before everyone switched to slicks. We chose the right strategy, but I came out behind Latifi which cost me the win.”