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Sainz hoping for Renault high note in his last race for them

Sainz hoping for Renault high note in his last race for them

18-11-2018 17:36
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Jake Williams-Smith

Carlos Sainz says he is hopeful of a strong weekend at the final race of the 2018 season which will also be his last with Renault. Sainz will switch to McLaren for 2019 and hopes to end his career with the French team on a high note.

Ahead of the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Sainz said he was thankful for his time with the team and that he was proud to have driven for the Renault team in Formula One.

"I’ve really enjoyed my time with Renault over the past 14 months. They say Enstone has a family feel and I felt at ease and very welcome from day one.

"To drive for a manufacturer team is a dream come true and I’m very proud to be part of the history of such an important brand in Formula 1.

"On track, the results have been good on a whole, very consistent and that’s something I can be proud about.

"As a driver, I take with me very valuable experiences and I’m looking forward to staying part of the Renault family with McLaren next season.

"We still have this final race to focus on and that’s all I’m thinking about at the moment.

Sainz will be hoping for a better result than last season after a loose wheel forced him to retire from the race.

"I’m definitely looking forward to Abu Dhabi as it will be an interesting finale. I quite enjoy these races under the lights.

"Hopefully it will be a good last race for the team and I can end this spell on a really bright note."