Carlos Sainz has no hard feelings towards Lewis Hamilton: "I would have done the same"

Carlos Sainz has no hard feelings towards Lewis Hamilton: “I would have done the same”. Carlos Sainz was asked about his F1 future and Lewis Hamilton.

Carlos Sainz and Lewis Hamilton, no hard feelings
At the first FIA press conference ahead of the 2024 World Championship GP, Lewis Hamilton and Carlos Sainz, respectively the “executioner” and “victim” of one of the biggest market moves in Formula 1 history, participated. With the seven-time champion set to move to Ferrari in 2025, the Spaniard will have to find another team, a process for which he wants to take all the necessary time. Indeed, his future is at stake: if Carlos Sainz makes the wrong choice among the teams interested in his services (Mercedes, Aston Martin, Stake, among others), it could deal a severe blow to his championship ambitions.

Carlos Sainz’s comments
“I harbor no resentment towards Hamilton. There’s no bitterness on my part; I have a lot of respect for Lewis. I would have done the same in his place; it’s a great team, and I understand it. For me, it’s an easy decision; I have to focus on my future,” these are the words of the Spaniard ahead of the first round of the 2024 Formula 1 season, his final year alongside the Maranello team.

“We have completed our work, and we are ready for the first race. My future? I still don’t know where I’ll go. I want to give my best this season in this fantastic team. As for the rest, I need time to understand the best medium-to-long-term project for me and try to become a champion. It’s my dream, and I want to make it happen as soon as possible. We will talk to all available parties and see which project will be the best for my career.” – the Spaniard added.

Towards Bahrain
With discussions about the future behind, there is a present called the Bahrain Grand Prix: “We had a good first test, understood the car well, and completed all the tests we wanted. Now we feel fit and ready for this first race. I want to make the most of my last year at Ferrari, have a great experience with this fantastic team, and give my best. I think Max will continue to collect trophies, but I hope to collect more than last year.” – Carlos Sainz concluded.