Sainz reveals McLaren presentation shows the recovery is possible

Carlos Sainz Jr has admitted a presentation that McLaren showed him, convinced the Spaniard that the team knows hot to return to the top of the grid.

The MCL33 was hindered in 2018 by an aerodynamic problem but 2019 it seen as a new chance for McLaren to demonstrate they can recover to what they once were in Formula One.

Sainz has revealed to Autosport that the team has identified what they need to do to begin their road to recovery.

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"I don't see a lot of scratching heads," Sainz said. "I see they have a very clear picture of what has happened, and why, and the way we need to improve. When I got here, they made me an explanation and presentation of what happened - so for me, it was very positive to see how there are some clear minds out there, and strong leadership, to see where we are going."

However, the Spaniard who is partnering Lando Norris, in what will be both drivers' first season with McLaren, is not expecting a swift turnaround for the team.

"Whether it is going to work or not next year, this we don't know," he said. "We know we have a direction, we have an analysis. It is going to take time. That is everything I can say. 

"It is still not going to be night and day, and it is still going to be a process in the years ahead, but I am happy to be part of this process. I am proud of this team, because I think I can be a good help, and I can improve with them altogether."