Scuderia Ferrari Team Principal Mattia Binotto has likened Carlos Sainz’s arrival at the Maranello team as a breath of “fresh air” following the departure of Sebastian Vettel.
The Spaniard has replaced the four-time World Champion on an initial two-year contract and began life as a Scuderia Ferrari driver with a P8 finish at the Bahrain Grand Prix.
During the season-opening race weekend, team boss Mattia Binotto had already indirectly criticised Carlos Sainz’s predecessor, Sebastian Vettel, by saying it was nice to be able to “count on both drivers” again and more praise has come Sainz’s way following Vettel’s exit.
“We knew that he was a strong driver, he would be fast, fast as well on the long stints” – Mattia Binotto told Sky F1.
“Bringing some experience because now, even if he’s very young, he’s an experienced driver in F1. But I think it’s going very well with Charles, going very well with his team, he has integrated well, [there is] a very positive mood. And I think it’s fresh air and sometimes fresh air is required, is what we are looking for. And in that respect [we’re] very happy.” – Scuderia Ferrari Team Principal Mattia Binotto concluded.
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