Ferrari expects “easy discussion” with Sainz over new F1 contract

Sainz joined Ferrari last season as a replacement for four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel, signing a two-year deal. He scored four podiums en route to fifth place in the drivers’ championship during his first year with the team.

Sainz quickly formed a good relationship with new teammate Charles Leclerc as the duo combined to secure Ferrari third in the constructors’ standings.

Ferrari sporting director Laurent Mekies said in Abu Dhabi he thought Sainz and Leclerc were…