Eighteen years ago, young Carlos Sainz met his hero, Fernando Alonso, at the 2005 Spanish GP. That moment ignited his dream of becoming like Alonso, leading him to compete in motorsport. Now, they race together, but their mentor-mentee relationship has its challenges.
As Formula 1 drivers, Carlos Sainz and Fernando Alonso naturally had on-track battles, including a collision at the Australian GP. Speculations arose about their relationship, but Sainz once clarified, “Our relationship is good, and that was neither the first nor the last duel we will have on the track."
Former Ferrari General Manager Peter Windsor mentioned an altercation between Sainz and Alonso, though the reason remains undisclosed. It might have involved a sponsor conflict, but both drivers haven't openly discussed it.
Sainz's Rise to Prominence
Sainz's standout performances, including pole positions and a win for Ferrari, elevated his status, earning him the nickname "King of Spain" among Ferrari fans, surpassing Alonso's popularity in Italy.
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