Lando Norris’ honesty is being “used against him”, believes Carlos Sainz
Carlos Sainz backs Lando Norris as critics question his honest approach.
"He opens [up] to the media and to people more than any other driver on the grid - and people use that against him,” Sainz told the BBC Radio 5 Live.
"What you see on TV is what he is as a human being. He's very good at showing himself.
"I sometimes find it a bit ironic and a bit frustrating. He is probably the only guy being 100% genuine on his feelings and the way he thinks but then people are going back at him."
"If I base my decision on speed and talent, I'm 100% sure he has that to win a world championship,” he said.
"But F1 also involves a bit of luck, mental resilience, being at home with a car in the right times.
"It doesn't really matter if he doesn't win this year, he'll get another chance. He has 10-15 years in F1. He has the potential, talent and speed.
"If he gets it this year, great I'll be happy for him. If not, he might get his chance later."
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