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Is Carlos Sainz the Luckiest Man on the Grid?
The Points Game
Yes, Hamilton has scored 125 points this season — far ahead of Sainz’s 32 points. So, why call Sainz lucky?
Here’s the thing: Ferrari was expected to be fighting for wins with a well-balanced, competitive car. Instead, week after week, the Ferrari has proven unpredictable and difficult to drive. Meanwhile, Williams, who started the season at the back of the grid, have shown consistent progress under James Vowles’ leadership.
And here’s the kicker — Sainz managed to claim his first podium for Williams at the 2025 Azerbaijan GP, finishing third! Hamilton’s best result for Ferrari so far? Three fourth-place finishes — at Imola, Silverstone, and Austria.
So, in the bigger picture, maybe Sainz’s 32 points aren’t telling the full story.
Is It Game Over for Hamilton?
Not at all. If there’s one thing we know about Lewis Hamilton, it’s that he never gives up. Historically, he’s taken time to adjust — he struggled early at McLaren, then again when he joined Mercedes — and look how those stories turned out.
This is Hamilton’s first year at Ferrari, and yes, he’s struggling, but 2026 could be a completely different story. Once the team builds a car more suited to his driving style, don’t be surprised if we see Hamilton hammering through the field once again.
So, Is Sainz Actually Lucky?
Absolutely — at least for now.
Ever since James Vowles took over as team principal, Williams has undergone an incredible transformation. Vowles has openly said that Williams aims to be fighting for championships by 2027, and if his track record is anything to go by, that’s not just talk.
The team currently sits fifth in the Constructors’ Championship, steadily closing the gap to the front-runners. If this momentum continues, Williams could genuinely be back in contention within a couple of years — and when that happens, Carlos Sainz will be right there to enjoy the glory.
