Carlos Sainz reveals old exchange with Red Bull boss: 'I was shocked'

Carlos Sainz shared his surprise at the detailed analysis of his racing performances that he received when he joined Ferrari in 2021. The data, presented by then-team principal Mattia Binotto and sporting director Laurent Mekies, covered his performances over the past six years and included comparisons with his teammates from previous teams. Sainz was impressed by the depth of information that Ferrari had gathered, which contributed to their decision to select him for the team over other candidates like Daniel Ricciardo.

Sainz reflected on how the analysis revealed not only the team's thorough scouting process but also highlighted areas for improvement that he was already aware of. This experience underscored the level of detail that top teams like Ferrari utilize in their evaluations of drivers. Sainz's tenure at Ferrari lasted four years, during which he achieved significant success in his Formula 1 career.