Carlos Sainz

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CARLOS SAINZ

Carlos Sainz Jr. is a Spanish Formula 1 driver who has competed for teams such as Toro Rosso, Renault, McLaren and Ferrari, standing out for his skill and consistency on the grid. Achieving several victories and podiums.

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Williams

Spain

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01/09/1994

Madrid, Spain

Carlos Sainz Jr, was born on September 1, 1994 in Madrid, Spain. From an early age, he was surrounded by the world of motor racing, as his father, Carlos Sainz Cenamor, is a famous rally driver and a leading figure in motor sport. Carlos Jr. grew up watching his father compete and develop a successful rally career. His closeness to motorsports since childhood sparked his interest in the sport and inspired him to follow in his father's footsteps. As he grew older, he showed great enthusiasm for cars and racing, and his family supported him in his desire to become a professional driver. His first contact with driving was in go-karts, a very common discipline for those who aspire to a career in motorsports. Through go-karts, Carlos Jr. began to develop his driving skills, learning the fundamentals of vehicle control and track competition. His dedication and determination soon drew attention.

His first contact with driving was in go-karts, a very common discipline for those who aspire to a career in motorsports. Through go-karts, Carlos Jr. began to develop his driving skills, learning the fundamentals of vehicle control and track competition. His dedication and determination soon drew attention. Carlos Jr.'s talent did not go unnoticed and, as a result, he was able to make the leap to national motorsports competitions. He participated in various single-seater categories and quickly stood out as a promising young driver. His performance in these competitions gave him experience and visibility in the world of motorsports in Spain. One of the most significant moments in Carlos Sainz Jr.'s career before he entered Formula 1 was his participation in promotional categories, such as the Formula Renault Eurocup and Formula BMW. In these competitions, he showed his ability to adapt to different types of cars and track surfaces, as well as demonstrating speed and consistency.

His performance in these categories attracted the attention of Formula 1 teams and Red Bull's young driver academy. Carlos Sainz Jr. was included in Red Bull's driver development program, giving him the opportunity to test drive a Formula 1 car and work closely with experts in the top flight of motorsport. As his experience and skills grew, Carlos Sainz Jr. found himself closer to fulfilling his dream of racing in Formula 1. His determination, combined with the support of his family and his commitment to the sport, opened the doors for him. doors to debut in the top flight in 2015 with the Scuderia Toro Rosso team. The stage prior to his debut in Formula 1 was marked by his dedication, effort and passion for motorsports. His connection to his father and his love of racing created a solid foundation on which he built his professional motorsports career.

2015

Carlos Sainz made his Formula 1 debut with the Scuderia Toro Rosso team in 2015. Throughout his debut season, Sainz displayed a quick learner and impressive adaptation to motorsport's top class. He scored points in several races, including a sixth-place finish at the Spanish Grand Prix, making him one of the youngest points-scoring drivers in F1.

2016

In his second season with Toro Rosso, Sainz continued to demonstrate his skill and consistency. Despite technical and equipment challenges, he scored points in several races, including a sixth-place finish at the United States Grand Prix. His solid performance and his ability to deal with adverse situations cemented him as one of the most promising young drivers.

2017

Carlos Sainz started the season with Toro Rosso, but at the Malaysian Grand Prix he joined the Renault team as part of a driver swap deal. Sainz continued to demonstrate his ability to adapt to different cars and teams, scoring points in various races and establishing himself as a key figure in F1.

2018

In his first full season with the Renault team, Sainz continued to demonstrate his growth as a driver. Despite the challenges of competing in a developing team, he scored points in several races and finished in the top 10 in the Drivers' Championship. His consistency and technical skills made him a valuable addition to the team.

2019

Carlos Sainz joined the McLaren team in 2019, marking a new chapter in his F1 career. Throughout the season, Sainz demonstrated his versatility by adapting to a new team and taking advantage of opportunities. He scored his first F1 podium finish by finishing third in the Brazilian Grand Prix, a feat that marked him out as a competitive driver.

2020

In the 2020 season, Sainz continued to demonstrate his progression and consistency with McLaren. Despite the challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic and calendar complications, Sainz managed more points and a fourth-place finish at the Italian Grand Prix. His consistent performance and positive attitude made him a key figure for McLaren.

2021

In 2021, Carlos Sainz joined the iconic Scuderia Ferrari team. Although he faced the pressure of racing for one of the most successful teams in F1 history, Sainz was quick to adapt and achieved remarkable results. He scored his first podium with Ferrari by finishing second at the Monaco Grand Prix and demonstrated his ability to compete at the front of the grid.

2022

Carlos Sainz continued his second season with Ferrari in 2022. Despite the technical challenges and the competitiveness on the grid, Sainz continued to demonstrate his speed and racing ability. He claimed a podium finish by finishing third at the Monaco Grand Prix and continued to contribute to the development of the Ferrari team. Throughout his Formula 1 career from 2015 to 2022, Carlos Sainz proved to be a talented and versatile driver, capable of adapting to different teams and cars. His ability to score points and achieve podium finishes in different contexts made him an influential figure in the category, and his promotion to renowned teams reaffirmed his status as one of the most successful Spanish drivers in the history of the sport. Formula 1.

2023

In the 2023 Formula 1 season, Carlos Sainz continued his career with Ferrari, where he performed outstandingly alongside his teammate Charles Leclerc. Although he did not always have the pace of his teammate, Sainz showed consistency and skill, achieving solid results throughout the year. He took his first victory with Ferrari at the Singapore Grand Prix, in a race that was one of the most exciting of the season. In addition, Sainz stood out for his ability to manage complicated strategies and adapt to different track conditions. Despite some ups and downs, such as a lack of pace in certain races, he finished the year as a key driver for the team, with several top-five positions in the drivers' championship. His performance in 2023 solidified his status as one of the best drivers in F1.

2024

YEAR	POS.	TEAM	CHASIS	ENGINE	TYRES	VIC.	POLE	V.R.	POINTS	GPS
2025	17	WILLIAMS	FW47	MERCEDES	PIRELLI	0	0	0	16	15
2024	7	FERRARI	SF-24	FERRARI	PIRELLI	2	1	1	290	23
2023	7	FERRARI	SF-23	FERRARI	PIRELLI	1	2	0	200	22
2022	5	FERRARI	F1-75	FERRARI	PIRELLI	1	3	2	246	22
2021	5	FERRARI	SF21	FERRARI	PIRELLI	0	0	0	164.5	22
2020	6	MCLAREN	MCL35	RENAULT	PIRELLI	0	0	1	105	16
2019	7	MCLAREN	MCL34	RENAULT	PIRELLI	0	0	0	96	21
2018	10	RENAULT	RS18	RENAULT	PIRELLI	0	0	0	53	21
2017	9	RENAULT	RS17	RENAULT	PIRELLI	0	0	0	6	4
2017	9	TORO ROSSO	STR12	RENAULT	PIRELLI	0	0	0	48	16
2016	12	TORO ROSSO	STR11	FERRARI	PIRELLI	0	0	0	46	21
2015	15	TORO ROSSO	STR10	RENAULT	PIRELLI	0	0	0	18	19

RACE	DATE	TEAM	ENGINE	POS	PTS
AUSTRALIA	16 MAR	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	DNF	0
CHINA	23 MAR	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	10	1
JAPAN	06 APR	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	14	0
BAHRAIN	13 APR	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	DNF	0
SAUDI ARABIA	20 APR	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	8	4
MIAMI	04 MAY	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	9	2
E. ROMAGNA	18 MAY	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	8	4
MONACO	25 MAY	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	10	1
SPAIN	01 JUN	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	14	0
CANADA	15 JUN	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	10	1
AUSTRIA	29 JUN	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	DNS	0
GREAT BRITAIN	06 JUL	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	12	0
BELGIUM	27 JUL	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	18	3
HUNGARY	03 AUG	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	14	0
NETHERLANDS	31 AUG	WILLIAMS	MERCEDES	13	0