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The latest domino fell into place this week with Ferrari confirming that Carlos Sainz will remain with the team in 2023 after the Spaniard signed a new two year contract.


Since joining the team last year Sainz has proven himself a reliable racer with six podiums but is still chasing his first victory. Out of four races so far this season, he has 3 second row starts, he has shown a solid one lap pace in qualifying and left himself well placed for podium finishes. However at the opening two races of the year, two retirements in a row have blotted his copybook lately.


Sainz, teamed with Charles Leclerc, forms a very potent line-up that meant Ferrari "never seriously considered anyone else for the seat" With 144 starts under his belt Sainz has lots of experience having raced for McLaren, Renault and Toro Rosso in the past since his Grand Prix debut in 2015.


The Spaniard, son of World Rallying royalty Carlos Sr, said that talks had been very easy and that the confirmation was made in Italy to coincide with the team's home race.


"I have always said that there is no better Formula One team to race for" said Sainz. "After just over one year with them I can confirm that putting on this race suit and representing this team is unique. My first season at Maranello was solid and constructive with the whole group progressing together". The result of all that work has been clear to see so far this season.


"I feel strengthened by this renewed show of confidence in me and now I can't wait to get in the car, to do my best for Ferrari and to give their fans plenty to cheer about The F1-75 is proving to be a front-runner, which can allow me to chase my goals on track, starting with taking my first Formula One win" Sainz will have the chance to win that race in Miami on May 8th.


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