Carlos Sainz focused on 2026 season, not considering future contracts yet
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 2, 2026, 9:29 AM
Last updated Jul 2, 2026
Carlos Sainz, the Williams Formula 1 driver, stated he will not think about his F1 future beyond his current contract until the championship's summer break. Sainz, who joined Williams from Ferrari for the 2025 season, had a strong debut year, securing points in 20 races. His notable performance included a podium finish in Baku. With his contract expiring at the end of 2026, Sainz's future direction remains uncertain until later this summer.
- •Sainz joined Williams in 2025 after leaving Ferrari.
- •He scored points in 20 races during his first season.
- •Sainz earned a podium finish at the Baku Grand Prix.
- •His contract with Williams expires at the end of 2026.
- •He will consider his future after the summer break.
- 9:29 AMMotorsport.com — Carlos Sainz “not really” considering F1 future beyond Williams until summer break
- 9:29 AMYahoo Sports — Carlos Sainz “not really” considering F1 future beyond Williams until summer break
"Williams Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz is out of contract with the Grove team at the end of 2026, but admits he will “not really” consider where his F1 future lies until the championship’s summer break. The Spaniard joined Williams for the 2025 season from Ferrari and had an impressive first year with the team. He picked up points in 20 races last year and even stood on the podium in Baku ...Keep reading
"The Spaniard’s contract with Grove is up at the end of 2026, but he has told his team to “leave me a bit on my own” until after F1’s summer break
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 2, 2026, 9:29 AMCarlos Sainz “not really” considering F1 future beyond Williams until summer break
Williams Formula 1 driver Carlos Sainz is out of contract with the Grove team at the end of 2026, but admits he will “not really” consider where his F1 future lies until the championship’s summer break. The Spaniard joined Williams for the 2025 season from Ferrari and had an impressive first year with the team. He picked up points in 20 races last year and even stood on the podium in Baku ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 2, 2026, 9:29 AMCarlos Sainz “not really” considering F1 future beyond Williams until summer break
The Spaniard’s contract with Grove is up at the end of 2026, but he has told his team to “leave me a bit on my own” until after F1’s summer break
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