Sebastian Vettel and Carlos Sainz Jr. had almost similar trips in Formula 1. Both drivers started at Toro Rosso (now AlphaTauri) and are part of Scuderia Ferrari’s history. While Vettel has four world titles, Sainz still has to be part of the title challenge. However, the Spaniard’s legend has grown in recent years, following a successful stint at McLaren and his first podium with Ferrari at the Monaco Grand Prix this season.
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Before the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Vettel spoke about Sainz and a letter he wrote in his days at Red Bull.
Sebastian Vettel believes that Sainz is better than people think
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Carlos Sainz Jr. has impressed many more than once with three career podiums. Despite having spent most of his career in midfield teams, the Spaniard has put in good results for every team he has raced for. His stay at McLaren is considered one of the most successful in his F1 career.
Formula 1 F1 – Monaco Grand Prix – Circuit de Monaco, Monte Carlo, Monaco – Ferrari Carlos Sainz Jr. in second place celebrates second place with a trophy pool via REUTERS / Gonzalo Fuentes
In an interview with DAZN, Seb spoke about how Sainz deserves to be where he is right now. He also believes people underestimate the 26-year-old Ferrari driver.
“I think he’s doing very well, he deserves to be where he is. I know the people who work with him. He’s a very good boy, “said Vettel. (Translated via Google Translate)
“I would say it’s a little underrated. It’s better than people think. “
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Vettel remembers the letter he wrote for Sainz when he left Red Bull
During his time at Red Bull, Vettel won four world titles. After a disappointing 2014 season, the German moved to Scuderia Ferrari in 2015. This season, Carlos Sainz Jr. also made his F1 debut with Toro Rosso.
SUZUKA, JAPAN – OCTOBER 2: Sebastian Vettel of Germany and Red Bull Racing prepares to drive during practice for the Japanese Formula 1 Grand Prix at Suzuka Circuit on October 2, 2009 in Suzuka, Japan. (Photo by Vladimir Rys / Bongarts / Getty Images)
In the interview, Vettel also spoke about a letter he wrote for the Spaniard before leaving Red Bull. The 33-year-old said: “He helped us a lot back then, he was very mature for his age. I would be very happy if someone showed me their appreciation in a letter. “
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Although they are on different paths this season, Vettel and Sainz are on the rise after the Monaco Grand Prix. Vettel, who was voted “Driver of the Day” in Monaco, will try to further expand his P5 goal in the streets of Baku. As for Sainz, he will try to build on his first podium with Ferrari and put in another good performance in the ‘Land of Fire’.
Can the two former Toro Rosso drivers keep the momentum for their teams?
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