Carlos Sainz Jr. has officially been confirmed as a driver for Scuderia Ferrari for the 2021 and 2022 Formula 1 seasons. This announcement comes after months of speculation and anticipation regarding who would replace Sebastian Vettel at the iconic Italian team.

Sainz, who is currently racing for McLaren, has shown impressive performances in recent years and has established himself as a talented driver in the competitive world of Formula 1. The 25-year-old Spaniard has consistently delivered strong results for McLaren, including his first podium finish at the Brazilian Grand Prix in 2019.

Joining Ferrari is a dream come true for Sainz, who has always expressed his admiration for the team and its rich history in Formula 1. In a statement released by Ferrari, Sainz expressed his excitement about the opportunity to race for one of the most prestigious teams in the sport.

“I am very happy that I will be driving for Scuderia Ferrari in 2021 and 2022. It is a dream come true to become a Ferrari driver, and I am incredibly proud to be joining such a famous team. I can’t wait to start working with the team and I know that together we can achieve great things,” said Sainz.

Sainz will be partnering with Charles Leclerc at Ferrari, forming a new and exciting driver lineup for the team. Leclerc, who joined Ferrari in 2019, has quickly established himself as a rising star in Formula 1, and the pairing of him and Sainz is expected to bring both talent and competitiveness to the team.

Ferrari Team Principal, Mattia Binotto, praised Sainz’s skills and expressed his confidence in the new driver lineup.

“We believe that a driver pairing with the talent and personality of Charles and Carlos, the youngest at Ferrari since 1968, will be the best possible combination to help us reach the goals we have set ourselves,” said Binotto.

With Sainz’s move to Ferrari confirmed, the 2021 Formula 1 grid is starting to take shape, and fans can look forward to seeing how this new lineup will perform on the track. Sainz’s transition to Ferrari will undoubtedly be a significant moment in his career, as he looks to continue his impressive trajectory and make his mark at one of the most iconic teams in Formula 1.