Binotto commented on the rumors about Sainz's interest in Audi.
The head of the Audi project in Formula 1, Mattia Binotto, commented on the rumors of recent weeks that Carlos Sainz may replace Nico Hülkenberg in the team next year.
Mattia Binotto: "First of all, I don't read newspapers or I read them very little, so I learn about these rumors from you. Of course, I know Carlos very well, so it's quite easy and logical to associate his name with Audi. But I can only say that I am very satisfied with our current lineup.
When talking about Gabriel Bortoleto and Nico Hülkenberg, I often hear that our team has a good combination of experience and youth, but I would evaluate them differently. They are two very fast drivers, and that is what I am pleased with. They are both fast, so we have a good lineup.
As for the fact that other drivers are being linked to our team, it can only make me happy, as it shows that trust in the project is growing. It indicates that people are starting to perceive our ability to one day become competitive not just as rumors. Now, they really believe in it."
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Binotto commented on the rumors about Sainz's interest in Audi.
Audi's Formula 1 project leader Mattia Binotto commented on the rumors of recent weeks that Carlos Sainz may replace Nico Hülkenberg in the team lineup next year.