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The future of Carlos Sainz has been a hot topic of discussion over the last few months. Ever since Lewis Hamilton kick-started the silly season way back in February, Sainz has been a popular man among many teams on the paddock. However, Pierre Gasly’s recent comments during the Hungarian Grand Prix press conference may have finally put an end to speculation over the Spaniard's future.
Sainz enjoyed a decent start to the season, winning the Australian Grand Prix. He has been pretty quick throughout the F1 season and his pace has been on par with Ferrari teammate Charles Leclerc. Given his impressive form and talent, it is hardly a surprise multiple teams are chasing his signature for next season.
Red Bull, Mercedes, Williams, Alpine? You name it. Sainz has been linked with all teams without a confirmed driver lineup for the 2025 season. However, Pierre Gasly may have all but confirmed the arrival of Carlos Sainz to Alpine with his recent press conference comments.
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When questioned about the 2025 Alpine seat, Gasly told media, including Sportskeeda:
"I said it already. I mean, you know, I think Alpine, the team has good options on the table. At the end of the day, it's not up to me. I welcome the fastest guy out there. We all know who it is. But then, yeah, I mean, at the moment, we got to wait.”
Pierre Gasly says it's up to Carlos Sainz to make his own decision
Alpine and Gasly have been on an upward trend over the last few races. It might be enough for Carlos Sainz to pick them instead of the other available options. Moreover, Pierre Gasly confirmed that he has spoken to Sainz about the potential move and said that, ultimately, the current Ferrari driver has to make the decision.
“I did my fair share of the job, but ultimately I believe in the projects we're building with Alpine and I always back the team up. Now it's up to him to make his own decision,” Gasly said.
Gasly and Alpine have scored points in four of their last five races. They were on a five-race streak that ended after the French driver’s DNF at the British Grand Prix.
Alpine, however, still only have 9 points and are miles off Haas’ tally of 27 points in 7th place in the Constructors' Standings.
