Ex-F1 champion claims Carlos Sainz ‘playing his own game’ at Ferrari after being replaced for 2025

Carlos Sainz has had a brilliant start to the 2024 F1 season.

Carlos Sainz has responded very well after he was basically kicked out of Ferrari. We see it’s not there to be Leclerc’s second. He’s there to play his game and show the world what he can do. He’s put himself in the showcase big time.

Jacques Villeneuve via Soymotor.com

The 53-year-old added how Carlos Sainz is the only driver who is winning races for Ferrari in F1. Moreover, how he has adapted well to every team he has been to. Sainz is yet to find a seat for 2025, but with his current form, a lot of teams are interested in acquiring his services.

Jacques Villeneuve reveals Carlos Sainz is beating Charles Leclerc due to hard work

Ever since his arrival in F1, Charles Leclerc has always been touted as one of the most naturally quick and gifted drivers on the grid. But, with all his speed, the Monegasuque has been beaten by Carlos Sainz at majority of the races this season.

Following the Spaniard’s impressive form, Jacques Villeneuve revealed the reason for it.

He’s definitely beating Leclerc. People are starting to realize he’s a serious aspirant. He’s very mature and dedicated, intelligent and works hard, which is making a difference. Talent alone is not enough.

Jacques Villeneuve during the same interview

The Ex-F1 driver added how Sainz has always proved himself at every team he’s been at. Moreover, with his raw pace as well as work ethic, he’s has beaten his talented teammate. But, to the surprise of many, Charles Leclerc beat the Spaniard recently in China, the Ferrari battle between them from now on will definitely be interesting. Next month’s Miami GP will present both Leclerc and Sainz with another opportunity to out perform the other.