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Cristiano Ronaldo

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Personal information
Full name	Cristiano Ronaldo dos Santos Aveiro
Birthdate	February 5, 1985
Age	40 years old
Occupation	Soccer player
By-name	CR7, The Bug, The Commander
Nationality	Portuguese
Couple	Georgina Rodríguez
Height	1.85 m
Parents	María Dolores dos Santos Aveiro y José Dinis Aveiro
Awards	Ballon d'Or (5), The Best FIFA (2), Golden Boot (4), All-time top goal scorer in football.
Actual team	Al Nassr (Saudi Arabia)
Zodiac sign	Aquarius

Cristiano Ronaldo Biography

Cristiano Ronaldo Dos Santos Aveiro is a Portuguese footballer who plays as a striker and is considered one of the best strikers in the world. He was born in Funchal, Madeira, Portugal on February 5, 1985, and is the son of María Dolores dos Santos Aveiro and José Dinis Aveiro. Since he was a child he always showed his good performance in football and stood out for his skill with the ball.

His beginnings were at the age of 8 when he entered La Andorinha academy and where he quickly began to excel above the peers of his age. So much was the quality that Cristiano showed, that at the age of 10, the C. S. Marítimo and C. D. Nacional showed interest in having the young player. After an agreement was reached, the player signed for C. D. Nacional, where he continued with his training as a footballer and became one of the greatest promises of Portuguese football.

In 2001, he was presented to try out at the Sporting Clube de Portugal, where he performed very well and managed to be part of one of the most popular clubs in Portugal, so he had to move to Lisbon. By that time, he was diagnosed with a heart problem and had to undergo an operation, which was satisfactory and did not cause dangers in the player’s soccer career.

PROFESSIONAL CAREER

Cristiano Ronaldo’s professional debut came on August 14, 2002, at the age of 17, in the Champions League qualifying match, where Sporting de Lisboa faced Inter Milan. On September 30, he made his debut in the Portuguese league in a game against Sporting Braga, where his club was defeated 4-2. His first professional goal was scored on October 7 of that same year against Moreirense Futebol Clube, where his team won 3-0 and the player scored two goals, with which he began to be part of the first team of Sporting Lisbon.

The talent shown by the Portuguese made him the first player to be part of the youth team, reserves and professional in the same season, and before finishing it the Sporting Lisbon won the Portuguese league, the Cup, and the Portuguese Super Cup.

His talent was quickly captured by several European clubs, which started to scout him. Teams like Liverpool, a team that did not sign him because they considered him very young and should further enhance his skills. In 2003, Sporting Lisbon and Manchester United played a friendly match for the opening of the José Alvalade Stadium, which would be the scene of Euro 2004. In that game, the player showed great quality and football technique that surprised Alex Ferguson, who after that, was interested in having the player on his team. Cristiano Ronaldo ended up signing for Manchester United that summer for aorund 18 million euros.

At the beginning of the 2003-2004 season, Cristiano Ronaldo joined Manchester United, where he wore the number 7 shirt, which David Beckham had been wearing in the past. He made his debut in the Premier League on August 16, 2003, in a game against Bolton, where he entered the 60th minute of the game.

His first goal with Manchester was scored on November 1 of that year, in the league game against Portsmouth FC. At the end of the season, the Portuguese player won the FA Cup with his team and scored a goal that contributed to the obtained title. In the second season, the player increased his level, and he stood out as one of the best youth players in the world and secured a place in the starting team of Manchester United.

Starting the league 2005-2006, the player scored the thousandth goal in the history of the Premier League and was chosen as the best young player of the year. In that season he also won the league cup and scored 12 goals in 47 games.

In the 2006-2007 season, Cristiano Ronaldo began to stand out by the ability to give assists to his teammates and to improve his goal average. For that reason, was chosen the player of the month of the Premier League in November and the Portuguese sportsman of the year, by the Portuguese newspaper A Bola. In that season he would score 17 goals and be crowned champion of the English Premier League, which made him more attractive to clubs like, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, and Barcelona. On April 13, 2007, he extended his contract with Manchester United until 2012 and his salary was 8 million euros per season, was one of the best-paid players in the world at that time. In that season he was also recognized by the Professional Footballers Association as player of the year and best young player of the year.

In the 2007-2008 season, the Portuguese player continued to add titles in his career, and it was on August 5, 2007, that he managed to win the Community Shield, a match in which Manchester United defeated Chelsea. He became the winger with the most goals scored in a season with Manchester United, after scoring 42 goals. Cristiano Ronaldo, for the first time played a European final, on May 21, 2008, when his team Manchester United played the final of the Champions League against Chelsea FC, a match that ended 1-1 in regular time with a goal from the Portuguese, so the title was defined by penalty kicks which was won by Manchester United.

After the end of the season, the player managed to win the Premier League team and win the golden boot, adding two more achievements in his football career. He won the Golden Ball, the Golden Boot and the FIFA World Player in 2008, which identified him as the best player in the world in that season and also was part of the ideal team of FIFA. The popularity of Cristiano Ronaldo began to increase so much that Real Madrid was interested in the services of the talented player. Nevertheless, an injury prevented that the negotiation was closed in that year. Before expected, the Portuguese star recovered from his injury and could continue with the competitions that played Manchester United in the 2008-2009 season, where he reached the final of the Champions League for the second year in a row, but in this case, as the runner-up when falling 2-0 before Barcelona FC. At the end of the season, Manchester United managed to win the League Cup, the Premier League and the FIFA Club World Cup where their team beat Liga de Quito 1-0. In this season, Ronaldo scored 33 goals and gave 9 assists in 33 games, which added up to a total of 118 goals in his career.

The talented Portuguese player always expressed his interest in playing in a club like Real Madrid, where he would be transferred for a figure that exceeded 90 million Euros. On June 6, 2009, the player was presented at the Santiago Bernabéu stadium before more than 90 thousand fans chanted his name in the phrase “Yes, yes, yes, Ronaldo is already here.”

His first game with the Real Madrid jersey was against the Irish Shamrock Rovers, on July 21, 2009, in a game corresponding to the preseason of Real Madrid. In a tour for South Korea, he scored his first goals with Real Madrid, in the 2009 Peace Cup against Juventus and Liga de Quito. He made his debut in the Spanish league on August 29, 2009, before the Deportivo de La Coruña where he managed to score a goal that contributed to the victory of his team by 3-2. Days later for Champions League, the player scored twice against F. C. Zürich, in the 5-2 victory of Real Madrid.

Cristiano Ronaldo would continue to show outstanding performance, and on May 5, 2010, he scored his first hat-trick against Mallorca. Although the Portuguese player managed to score 33 goals in 35 games in the 2009-2010 season, he did not win any title with Real Madrid. At the start of the 2010-2011 season, Cristiano Ronaldo kept breaking records, for the first time in his career he scored 4 goals in a game against Racing Santander and managed to score 13 goals in 6 straight games; reaching a figure of 50 goals in 53 games played. In December, the Portuguese finished the year with 43 goals, being his highest number of goals scored in the middle of a season. The player won his first title with Real Madrid, on April 20, 2011, when he won the King’s Cup at Barcelona by a score of 1-0, where the Portuguese player scored the winning goal. With that goal he reached 43 goals in the season, surpassing his own record of 42 goals. He also managed to overcome the great players Hugo Sánchez and Telmo Zarra, exceeding 38 goals in a Spanish league. The player closed the season with a total of 53 goals in 54 games, sharing a record with the player Lionel Messi.

On October 15, 2011 he played his 100th game with Real Madrid against Real Betis and on November 2, after scoring 2 goals against Olympique Lyonnais for Champions League, reached 100 goals in official matches with Real Madrid, with an average of 0.96 goals per game. Days later he received the “Golden Boot” which identified him as the top scorer of last season. At the end of 2011, reached 20 goals in the league, of which 15 were scored in 5 triples.

Cristiano Ronaldo began to be recognized for scoring on Barcelona in each of the exciting Spanish classics, began the year 2012 by scoring a goal in the first leg and another in the quarter-final of the King’s Cup, although his team was eliminated; and in the month of April, he would score the winning goal for Real Madrid, killing Barcelona’s hopes of being league champions. On May 2, ending the 2011-2012 season, he scored 1 goal in the 3-0 victory against Athletic Club, with which Real Madrid certified its Spanish league title. He finished with a total of 60 goals in all the tournaments that he played, standing out for being the first player to score a goal to all the teams he faced in the Liga.

The 2012-2013 season started with a title for Real Madrid and Cristiano Ronaldo, where the overall result was 4-4, but by the rule of the away goal Real Madrid came out the champion. The Portuguese scored a goal in the first leg and another in the return and reached the record of Ivan Zamorano to score in five consecutive classics. On October 7, 2012, he exceeded the Chilean record, after scoring two goals in the first league classic against the Blaugrana team, scoring them for the sixth time in a row. Beginning in 2013, the player reached 302 goals in his professional career, being one of the players with the best goal average in history.

He played for the first time against his old team, Manchester United, on February 13, 2013, for the knockout stages of the Champions League, where he scored two goals that contributed to the next round pass to Real Madrid. On February 26 of that year, he again scored a double to Barcelona FC, in the semifinal of the King’s Cup, contributing to the classification of his team. On May 8, 2013, Cristiano Ronaldo scored a goal against Málaga, with which he reached 200 goals in 197 games with Real Madrid. After the season ended, the player scored 55 goals in 55 games and 12 assists.

On September 15, beginning the 2013-2014 season, Cristiano Ronaldo renewed his contract with Real Madrid until 2018. He reached his 100th game in European competitions, on October 2, 2013, in a Champions League match against Copenhagen, where he scored two goals and Real Madrid won 4-0. Ronaldo’s goalscoring ability continued to break records, and at the end of 2013, he became Real Madrid’s fourth goal scorer with 164 goals in the Spanish league and the second goalscorer in away matches with 72 goals, behind Raúl González. In addition, he was chosen by the International Federation of Football History and Statistics, as the world’s top scorer in 2013. At the beginning of 2014, the season continued, and in the game against Celta, Cristiano Ronaldo scored two goals which helped him to reach 400 goals in his football career. On January 13 of that same year, the Portuguese player was awarded the FIFA Golden Ball, this being the second ball he achieved throughout his career, crediting him as one of the best players in the world and in football history.

During 2014, the Portuguese continued to break records, among which stand out: On February 26, he was the first player to score 10 or more goals in three Champions Leagues, after scoring two goals in the first leg of the round of 16 of that competition. On March 15, he became the first player to score 25 or more goals in five consecutive Spanish league seasons. On April 2, he equalized Lionel Messi and José Altafini’s as the top scorers in the Champions League, but on April 29 in the semi-finals of that competition against Bayern Munich, he scored 2 goals which served him to become the player who scored the most goals in a Champions League.

On May 24 of that same year, Real Madrid played the Champions League final against Atletico Madrid, where they won by a score of 4-1 and the Portuguese contributed with a goal. After finishing the season, the Portuguese ended up with 31 goals in the Spanish League and a total of 51 goals in 47 games played; He also won the King’s Cup, a match in which he did not play for an injury.

For the start of the 2014-2015 season, Cristiano Ronaldo was champion of the Super European Cup, where he scored the two goals of the victory of Real Madrid against Sevilla. On August 29, 2014, the Portuguese received the award for the Best European player, by UEFA. On October 22 of that season, Raul Gonzalez reached the top scorer in the Champions League with 71 goals in 110 games. Ronaldo’s records kept growing, and it was on December 6th when he reached 200 goals scored with Real Madrid’s shirt.

Cristiano Ronaldo won his third FIFA Ballon d’Or, on January 12, 2015, who recognized him again as the best player in the world in 2014 and a few days later was recognized by the Portuguese Football Federation, with the “Quina de Ouro” award, which identified him as the best player in the history of Portuguese football. On 8 April of that same year, scored the goal 300 with the shirt of Real Madrid, and a few days later reached 50 goals in a single season, so he became the only player to score that amount or more goals in 5 consecutive seasons.

After the end of 2014 season, the player scored 61 goals in 54 games and added the Super European Cup, the Club World Cup, won the golden boot for the fourth time and was the top scorer in the league with 48 goals. On September 12, 2015, at the start of a new season, he scored 5 goals in Real Madrid’s victory against Espanyol and beat Raúl Gonzáles as top scorer in the Spanish League. On October 2 of that same year, Real Madrid paid tribute to him, for having become the club’s historic scorer with 323 goals. On May 28, 2016, he was crowned champion of the Champions League, where Real Madrid defeated Atlético de Madrid. The end of the 2015-2016 season left for Cristiano Ronaldo 51 goals scored in 48 games and the title of European champion.

On November 6, 2016, the player renewed a contract with Real Madrid until the year 2021, and on December 12 of that same year he won for the fourth time the Golden Ball, which accredited him as the best player in the world, and in 2016 On January 9, 2017, he won the FIFA’s The Best Award. On October 23, 2017, Cristiano Ronaldo won the FIFA Best The Award, which recognized him again as the best player in the world. December 2017, the player won the golden ball awarded by the magazine France Football, which recognized him again as the best player in the world in the year. On December 28, 2017, Cristiano Ronaldo was distinguished for the fifth time with the Globe Soccer award for the best player of the year 2017.

PORTUGAL NATIONAL TEAM

In 2001, debuted in the U-17 team of Portugal, where he participated in two matches corresponding to the UEFA European Under-17 Championship, where he showed great talent and quickly began to be recognized, so much so that in 2003 he was summoned to the U21 national team of Portugal, where he qualified for the U21 European Championship, a championship that he did not play because he decided to play the 2003 Esperanzas de Toulon tournament, in which was crowned champion.

The excellent level shown by the player in the youth teams, made him quickly be called to the senior team of his country, where he made his debut on August 20, 2003, and was part of the team convened to face Eurocup 2004, a competition in which he scored two goals in 7 games played and the Portugal team finished runners-up after losing the final match against Greece 1-0.

In 2006, he was summoned by Luiz Felipe Scolari, dispute the World Cup to be held in Germany. In the maximum competition of soccer, Portugal beat the selections of Iran, Mexico, and Angola in the group stage, qualifying perfectly for the second round. In the direct elimination phase, Portugal won the Dutch national team in the round of 16, in Quarters to England and their way reached the semifinals where they lost 1-0 to the French national team. At the end of the World Cup, Ronaldo scored a goal and his team was fourth in the competition.

Two years after the World Cup in Germany, Cristiano Ronaldo appeared on the squad to face the 2008 European Championship in Austria and Switzerland, where Portugal reached the quarterfinals where they would be defeated 3-2 by the Germany team. The player could only score one goal in that competition.

In 2010, Cristiano Ronaldo played the South Africa World Cup 2010 where he scored a goal and reached the round of 16, where Portugal was eliminated by Spain. Two years later, the player was part of the 23 players, who would play the Euro 2012 in Poland and Ukraine. In the group stage, Portugal and Ronaldo debuted with defeat against Germany, but in the next two games they straightened their way and beat Netherland, where the player scored two goals, and Denmark, getting the classification to the next round. In the quarterfinal phase, Ronaldo scored the only goal, with which his team beat the Czech Republic. In the semifinals, Spain ended the dream of the title for Portugal. After finishing the competition, the player was second in the Castrol EDGE Index, which deserves the most regular players of the tournament, and was on the list of the 23 best players in the tournament. On the way to the 2014 Brazil World Cup, Portugal finished second in his group, which forced him to play the playoff against the Swedish national team; the overall score was in favor of Portugal 4-2 and Cristiano Ronaldo scored the 4 goals, giving the classification to his team.

Already in the world cup of Brazil, the Portuguese and their national team failed to pass the group stage, where they lost the second spot against the United States by goal difference, the result of a defeat against Germany, a draw with the United States and a victory against Ghana. After several competitions with the absolute selection, another opportunity came for Ronaldo in the Euro 2016 competition.

In the Group Stage Portugal achieved an agonizing classification as one of the best third teams, after achieving 3 draws in the group stage against Austria, Hungary, and Iceland. In the direct elimination phase, Portugal got Croatia out by a score of 1-0. In Quarterfinals Portugal defeated Poland in penalties, after a 1-1 draw in regular time, where Ronaldo was the man of the match. In the semi-final, Cristiano Ronaldo faced his Real Madrid teammate Gareth Bale who was part of the Wales team, where Portugal won 2-0, and Cristiano gave his contribution in the victory with a spectacular performance and a goal, and after 12 years, the player returned to dispute a final of that contest.

In the final, the Portuguese crack was injured before the end of the first half. However, his team managed to defeat France 1-0, crowned champion of Europe; that was the first title that Ronaldo got with the senior team. In addition, he was awarded the silver boot for having scored 3 goals and 3 assists. Cristiano Ronaldo played the tie to the 2018 World Cup, where he managed to score 15 goals and finally on October 10, 2017, managed to seal the qualification to the World Cup with the selection of Portugal.

achievements

Awards with Manchester United

FA Cup: 2004. • League Cup: 2006 and 2009.
Premier League: 2007, 2088 and 2009.
Community Shield: 2007 and 2008.
UEFA Champions League: 2008.
Club World Cup: 2008.

Awards with Real Madrid

Copa del Rey: 2011 and 2014.
Spanish League: 2012 and 2017.
Super Cup of Spain: 2012 and 2017
UEFA Champion League: 2014, 2016 and 2017.
European Super Cup: 2014 and 2016, 2017.
Club World Cup: 2014 and 2016.

Portugal National team

Eurocopa 2016.

Some Records and Individual Awards

69 goals in one year
61 goals in a season
98 goals in competitions of UEFA
17 goals in a single edition of the UEFA Champion League
Best All-Star breakthrough in history, after scoring 15 goals in 8 matches
Golden Ball: 2008, 2013, 2014, 2016, 2017.
Matches followed a scoring goal, after scoring 20 goals in 12 games
Reached 100 goals in the Champions League on April 18, 2017
UEFA Champions League top scorer 2016-2017
Best striker of the season, by UEFA: 2016-2017
Best UEFA Player 2016-2017
FIFA The Best Award: 2016, 2017.
Globe Soccer Award: 2011, 2014, 2016 and 2017.

American Football

Travis Kelce

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Travis Kelce Biography

Travis Michael Kelce (October 5, 1989) is an American football player born in Cleveland Heights, Ohio, United States. He is known for being the tight end for the Kansas City Chiefs and is regarded as one of the NFL’s best.

Early years

Travis Kelce is an American football player born in Ohio, United States. He comes from a family where his father, Ed Kelce, worked as a sales representative, while his mother, Donna Kelce, had a previous career in banking as an executive. Additionally, he is the younger brother of Jason Kelce, who is also a prominent American football player.

He attended Cleveland Heights High School, where Travis Kelce actively participated in a variety of sports during his school years, including baseball, American football and basketball.

Beginnings

During his school years, Travis Kelce showcased his excellence in American football. As the quarterback for The Tigers, he excelled for three consecutive years and earned recognition with All-Lake Erie League honors. In his senior year, he achieved an impressive total of 2,539 offensive yards. Additionally, he ran for 1,016 rushing yards and scored 10 rushing touchdowns, while passing for 1,523 passing yards, tallying 21 passing touchdowns, despite facing eight interceptions in the 2007 season.

Upon commencing his college life, Travis Kelce enrolled at the University of Cincinnati, where he joined the football team, the Cincinnati Bearcats. One of the key reasons that led him to choose this institution was the presence of his older brother, who was already studying there and playing as the left guard for the Bearcats.

University Incident

In his first season in 2008, Kelce saw action in 11 games, playing various roles, including tight end and quarterback in the Wildcat formation. That year, he managed eight carries for a total of 47 yards and scored two touchdowns, in addition to one reception for three yards. However, the following season was overshadowed by a suspension due to a team rules violation. This suspension stemmed from Kelce failing a drug test, testing positive for marijuana.

At this critical moment, the presence of his older brother, Jason, assumed an essential role. Jason intervened with the coach on Travis’s behalf, pledging to look after his younger brother and keep him away from trouble, keeping him focused on the game. It is rumored that even during that time, Jason improvised a bed next to his own to be able to watch over and support his brother closely.

This strategic approach bore fruit when, following a one-year suspension, Travis Kelce experienced two consecutive truly outstanding seasons. However, it was his final college season that shone the brightest. During this culminating period, he managed to establish impressive personal records: catching 45 passes, amassing 722 receiving yards, maintaining an outstanding average of 16.0 yards per reception, and scoring 8 touchdowns. Not only that, but he also earned well-deserved first-team honors in all conferences, solidifying his remarkable career in college football.

Career

Travis Kelce joined the Kansas City Chiefs as a third-round selection, picked 63rd overall during the 2013 draft. His commitment to the team was officially sealed on June 6, 2013, when he signed a 4-year contract valued at over 3 million dollars, including a generous signing bonus of 700 thousand dollars.

Travis Kelce has spent ten years in the NFL, and during this time, he has amassed a series of notable achievements. Starting with his career with the Kansas City Chiefs, the team secured two Wild Card playoff berths in the 2013-2014 and 2015-2016 seasons. In 2014, they had an exhilarating game against the Colts that ended in a 45-44 defeat. In 2016, they swept past the Texans with a score of 30-0 but then fell to the Patriots by 27-20.

Kelce’s consistent growth as a standout player led to a contract renewal in late January 2016. On this occasion, he agreed to a 5-year extension worth an impressive total of 46 million dollars, further solidifying his pivotal role in the team and his contribution to the Chiefs’ success.

As for his personal statistics, Kelce has accumulated an impressive total of 10,344 receiving yards through the air and has scored an astonishing 69 touchdowns. His NFL success currently places him fourth on the list of receiving yards by tight ends in the league.

Two-Time Super Bowl Champion: LIV and LVII

In terms of more recent achievements, in the 2019-2020 season, Travis Kelce became the champion of Super Bowl LIV when the Chiefs defeated the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 31-20. Then, in the 2022-2023 season, he secured the title of Super Bowl LVII champion by defeating the Philadelphia Eagles, the team where his brother Jason Kelce plays. His NFL career continues to soar, and his legacy in professional American football promises to keep growing in the years to come.

Personal life

Alongside his brother, Travis Kelce co-hosts a podcast titled “New Heights Show”.

The love life of the American football player has always been a subject of interest. It is known that he has been linked to one of the iconic pop figures, Taylor Swift. The singer was seen in Travis Kelce’s family suite, accompanied by Donna, the player’s mother.

Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift

The beginning of this story and the connection between these two celebrities trace back to early July 2023 when Taylor Swift performed at Arrowhead Stadium in Kansas City. At the end of that same month, Travis shared on his podcast with Jason that he attended Taylor Swift’s concert and wrote his personal number on a friendship bracelet, one of those typically shared among fans and the singer at her concerts. However, unfortunately, this action did not lead to any concrete relationship.

Rumors of a possible relationship between both celebrities began circulating on the internet on September 12th. Despite having been seen together on several occasions, neither Travis Kelce nor Taylor Swift have officially confirmed their relationship at present.

F1 Drivers

Oscar Piastri

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Oscar Piastri Biography

Oscar Jack Piastri (April 6, 2001) is a Formula 1 driver born in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He has garnered recognition as one of the youngest drivers on the Formula 1 grid, and he is affectionately nicknamed “The Prodigy Kid”.

Early years

Oscar Piastri is an Australian Formula 1 driver. He is the son of Chris Piastri and Nicole Piastri, of Italian origin.

From a young age, the little Piastri showed his interest in cars. In fact, his favorite bedtime stories were about “Cars”. His parents began to notice his fascination with engines and decided to support him in this.

At the age of six, he started becoming a remote-controlled car enthusiast. So much so that he participated in national remote-controlled car competitions.

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Beginnings: Karting, Formula 4, Formula 3, and Formula 2

Oscar Piastri started in karting, standing out from a young age. He won several national championships in Australia. Later, his family moved to England to support his career. In 2016, he transitioned to single-seater Formula 4 racing in the United Arab Emirates, achieving multiple podium finishes. In 2017, in the British Formula 4 championship, he secured six victories and finished as the runner-up behind Jamie Caroline and ahead of Logan Sargeant.

In 2018, Oscar Piastri entered Formula Renault 2.0, earning three podiums in his debut season. The following year, he competed again in the same category and clinched the championship title.

However, it was in the 2020 season when his talent truly shone. Taking part in the thrilling FIA Formula 3 Championship, he showcased exceptional performance that led him to clinch the title. His ability to maintain consistency, speed, and tackle challenges on the track stood out and captured the attention of the motorsport world. In an exciting season finale, he secured the championship with just two victories.

In early 2021, Alpine made the decision to include Piastri in their academy, providing him with a significant opportunity to benefit from the extensive testing program designed for Fernando Alonso’s return to Formula 1. In the same season, Oscar Piastri moved up to Formula 2, where he joined the Prema Racing team.

His performance in Formula 2 was outstanding, securing six victories and showcasing even greater mastery than in Formula 3. With a remarkable display, Piastri clinched the championship in this category.

His Move to Formula 1

Following his triumph in Formula 2, regulations do not allow him to continue in the same category after his victory, and with no available seat in Formula 1, Oscar accepts the role of a reserve driver at the Alpine team. However, a promising opportunity arises as McLaren and Alpine reach an agreement for Piastri to take on the role of a reserve driver within the British racing team.

Alpine had plans for an agreement with Williams for Piastri to make his debut as a full-time Formula 1 driver in 2023. However, the unexpected move of Fernando Alonso to Aston Martin altered the situation, and Alpine confirmed him as a regular driver for that season. Surprisingly, Oscar Piastri turned down this offer in a critical message towards Alpine that no one anticipated.

“I understand that, without my agreement, Alpine F1 have put out a press release late this afternoon that I am driving for them next year. This is wrong and I have not signed a contract with Alpine for 2023. I will not be driving for Alpine next year”.

Formula 1

McLaren: 2023-Present

Piastri successfully reached a direct agreement with the McLaren team, with whom he had already carried out prior simulation tasks. In this way, Oscar would join Lando Norris at the McLaren team for the 2023 season. However, unfortunate legal complications arose due to the dispute between McLaren and Alpine.

Ultimately, a court validated Piastri’s contract with McLaren over Alpine’s. While the French team did not achieve the outcome they were hoping for, they sought financial compensation for the investment they had made in the development of the young Australian driver.

Oscar Piastri made his debut at the Bahrain Grand Prix, where he started strongly in the eighth position. Unfortunately, he retired on the fourteenth lap due to a steering wheel issue that prevented his car from restarting.

So far this season, Piastri has had a notable performance by finishing fifth in the Hungarian Grand Prix. He began from the fourth position and even reached second place before the first pit stops.

At the Belgian Grand Prix, his performance continued to impress as he secured the second position in qualifying for the sprint race, trailing just 0.011 seconds behind polesitter Max Verstappen. This marked his best starting position up to that point. During the sprint, he showcased his prowess by overtaking Max Verstappen in the pits and leading a Formula 1 race for the first time in his career. Despite his brilliant start in Belgium, his luck took a drastic turn in the fourth lap when a spin by Fernando Alonso triggered a safety car, allowing Verstappen to pass him on the Kemmel Straight. Despite this setback, Piastri demonstrated his potential and skill in Formula 1.

During the Belgian GP, Piastri was involved in a collision with Spanish driver Carlos Sainz, leading to both of them being knocked out of the race. In post-race interviews and statements, Sainz attributed the mistake to the Australian, labeling it as optimistic and inexperienced.

McLaren: Piastri’s Teammates

Teammates that Oscar Piastri had at McLaren during his Formula 1 career with the team:

Lando Norris (2023-Present): Oscar joined to replace Daniel Ricciardo at McLaren due to his underperformance. Since his arrival, the driver has established a strong working chemistry with Lando.

Oscar Piastri: 2023 season

In the thrilling ongoing 2023 Formula 1 season, the talented Australian driver Oscar Piastri currently holds the eleventh position with 34 points, having secured 0 wins and achieved 0 podiums. The leaders of this season so far are Max Verstappen, Sergio Pérez, and Fernando Alonso, who have showcased their skills on the track and occupy the top positions in the championship.

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Personal life

The driver is very private about his personal and intimate life. Since 2022, he has been romantically linked with Lily Zneimer. They have been seen together at various events, enjoying their relationship and appearing happy. Oscar Piastri seems to enjoy keeping his love life private.

Facts about Oscar Piastri

His racing number is 81.
His parents are of Italian descent.
He stands at 5 feet 10 inches tall.
He has sisters, but more information about them is unknown.
He started in Karting at the age of 9.

F1 Drivers

Charles Leclerc

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Charles Leclerc Biography

Charles Marc Hervé Perceval Leclerc (October 16, 1997), better known as Charles Leclerc, is a Formula 1 driver hailing from Monte Carlo, Monaco. He is an automotive prodigy who dominates the track with his dazzling talent. With an innate skill, Leclerc has left an indelible mark on Formula 1.

Early years

Charles Marc Hervé Perceval Leclerc, known as Charles Leclerc, was born in Monaco. He is the second child of Hervé and Pascale Leclerc. His father was a racing driver in his youth and the founder of the French automotive parts manufacturer Mecaplast, while his mother is a hairdresser and owner of a beauty salon located in the Principality of Monaco. He has two brothers: Lorenzo, the eldest, holds a degree in administration and business, and Arthur, the youngest, is currently a Formula 2 driver.

He studied at Lycée Albert 1er in Monaco, where he completed his secondary education.

Leclerc’s father, who had experience up to Formula 3, played a fundamental role in his motivation and in instilling his passion for motorsport. As a result, Charles’s first steps in the world of racing took place at Philippe Bianchi’s track, a French friend of his father, located in Brignoles, a town between Nice and Marseille. Philippe is the father of Jules Bianchi, a driver who was eight years older than the young Leclerc, and they established a strong friendship.

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Beginnings: Karting, Formula Renault 2.0, Formula 3 and Formula 2

Charles Leclerc started his career in karting at the age of 8 and quickly excelled in the sport. He won multiple championships in Monaco and abroad, establishing his reputation as a young promise in motorsport.

By mid-2010, Hervé realized that he didn’t have enough money for his son to finish the karting season. At that moment, Charles received support from his close friend, Jules Bianchi, who reached out to his manager, Nicolas Todt, the director of All Road Management, a company that represents drivers. Nicolas Todt provided assistance to help Charles Leclerc move forward in his racing career.

In 2011, he became the karting world champion in the KF3 category. Leclerc has also competed in other categories, such as KF2, where he achieved significant victories. His talent in karting caught the attention of the motorsport industry, and he became a member of the ARM company.

Charles Leclerc began his single-seater career in the Formula Renault 2.0 Alps Championship with the Fortec Motorsports team in 2014. In that season, he secured seven podium finishes, including a double victory in Monza, which allowed him to finish second in the championship. Additionally, he won the Best Rookie award in the last race of the season in Jerez. Charles also participated in some races of the Formula Renault 2.0 Eurocup as a guest driver with Fortec Motorsports, obtaining three second-place podiums at Nürburgring and two second places at Hungaroring.

In 2015, Charles Leclerc took his first steps in Formula 3, competing in the European Formula 3 Championship. He had an excellent start to the season, securing a victory and two podiums in the opening round at Silverstone, followed by another win at Hockenheimring. Although the results were not as remarkable in the following races, Leclerc won the Rookie Championship title in that championship.

In the last month of 2015, Charles Leclerc had the opportunity to participate in evaluation tests with the ART Grand Prix and Arden International teams. The following year, in February 2016, his entry as a driver for the season was confirmed. ART Grand Prix placed their bet on him, and at the end of the competition, Leclerc was crowned champion after securing three victories and surpassing the second-placed driver, Alexander Albon, with a comfortable 25-point lead.

In March 2016, it was announced that Charles Leclerc would join the prestigious Ferrari Driver Academy as one of their two drivers. His skill and determination caught the attention of Ferrari, one of the most iconic Formula 1 teams, signing him for their young driver program. Additionally, he was given the role of development driver for both Haas F1 Team and Scuderia Ferrari. As part of his position as a third driver, Leclerc had the opportunity to participate in practice sessions for four Grand Prix races throughout the season.

For 2017, Charles Leclerc competed in the Formula 2 Championship with the Prema team. He won two of the first four races but faced difficulties at the Monaco round. However, he secured victories in Baku, Spielberg, and Silverstone. In October, he clinched the championship by winning the 19th race of the season, adding up to a total of six wins, with three races still to go.

Formula 1

Sauber: 2018

Leclerc was promoted to Formula 1 in 2018 as a driver for Sauber, currently known as Alfa Romeo. During his rookie season, he impressed everyone with his speed and driving skills, achieving notable results and outperforming his teammate on several occasions.

Charles Leclerc had an impressive start to the season, matching his teammate Marcus Ericsson’s points tally in just 8 races, despite Ericsson having competed in 83 races previously. His standout performances, such as reaching Q3 and qualifying in eighth place in France, as well as his sixth-place finish in Azerbaijan, sparked rumors of a potential move to Scuderia Ferrari. Furthermore, at the Red Bull Ring, Leclerc contributed to Sauber securing a notable result with both drivers in the points, something that had not happened since early 2015.

Sauber: Leclerc’s Teammates

The teammates that Charles Leclerc had at Sauber during his Formula 1 career with this team were as follows:

Marcus Ericsson (2018): Leclerc made his Formula 1 debut in the 2018 season alongside Marcus Ericsson as his teammate at Sauber.

Scuderia Ferrari: 2019-Present

In 2019, Charles Leclerc fulfilled his dream by joining the main team of Ferrari in Formula 1. Although he had an adaptation period in his first year, he proved his worth with impressive performances, including his first victory at the Belgian Grand Prix. His aggressive driving style and ability to handle pressure made him one of the most exciting and promising drivers on the grid.

Since his arrival at Ferrari, Leclerc has made a mark. In 2020, despite the challenges of the less competitive Ferrari, he secured a second place in Austria and continued to add podium finishes throughout the season. In 2021, he started a new chapter with Carlos Sainz as his teammate, achieving pole positions in Monaco and Baku, and securing his first Grand Chelem at the 2022 Australian GP.

Leclerc’s talent and determination were once again evident in 2023 when he secured pole position at the Azerbaijan GP in the thrilling new race format. His trajectory at Ferrari has been a constant ascent, establishing himself as one of the brightest stars in Formula 1.

In 2023, Ferrari’s drivers have faced setbacks with the team and technicians, which has negatively impacted the performance of Leclerc and Sainz Jr. Recently, the team has shown deficiencies in managing various situations. An example of this occurred during the qualifying session for the Canadian Grand Prix when Charles requested a tire change during his pit stop. However, the Ferrari team denied his request, citing that Max Verstappen, a driver from Red Bull Racing, had not done so yet. As a result, Leclerc missed out on the starting grid. However, due to a penalty imposed on his teammate Carlos Sainz, Charles Leclerc managed to advance to the tenth position, securing a place within the top ten.

Ferrari: Leclerc’s Teammates

The teammates that Charles Leclerc had at Ferrari during his Formula 1 career with this team were as follows:

Sebastian Vettel (2019-2020): Charles Leclerc and Sebastian Vettel were teammates at Ferrari for two seasons. During this time, there were moments of close competition and rivalry between the two drivers.
Carlos Sainz Jr. (2021-Present): Leclerc shared the team with Spanish driver Carlos Sainz Jr. at Ferrari. Both drivers have formed a young and talented duo during this period, becoming fan favorites both on and off the circuits.

Charles Leclerc: 2023 season

In the thrilling ongoing 2023 Formula 1 season, the talented Monegasque driver Charles Leclerc currently holds the seventh position with 80 points, having achieved 0 wins and secured 2 podiums. The leaders of this season so far are Max Verstappen, Sergio Pérez, and Fernando Alonso, who have showcased their skill on the track and are occupying the top positions in the championship.

Photo: @charles_leclerc (vía Instagram)

Personal life

Charles Leclerc, the talented Formula 1 driver, has had romantic relationships that have captured the attention of the media and followers. For three years, he was in a relationship with the Monegasque model and influencer, Charlotte Siné. However, in December 2022, both celebrities publicly announced the end of their romance through a statement shared on social media.

Before his relationship with Charlotte, Leclerc had a girlfriend named Giana Gianni, affectionately known as Gigi. Their relationship lasted for about four years but came to an end in September 2019. According to what Gigi shared on her social media, the breakup was due to Charles wanting to focus on his professional career. Interestingly, just a month later, the driver was already in a new relationship and publicly displaying it on social media.

The surprising part is that Leclerc’s new girlfriend turned out to be none other than Charlotte Siné, who shockingly happened to be one of Gigi’s best friends.

2023: New Relationship

Charles Leclerc is currently in a relationship with Alexandra Saint-Mleux. The official confirmation of their romance took place in May 2023, although there had been speculation about their bond for several months before, as they had been seen together on various occasions, including during Paris Fashion Week.

Alexandra Saint-Mleux is nearly five years younger than Leclerc. She is a student of Art History in Paris, France.

Father of Charles Leclerc

Charles Leclerc has faced challenges both on and off the circuits. Unfortunately, in June 2017, his father lost his life after bravely battling cancer. This tragic loss has left a deep impact on Leclerc’s life.

During his stay in Monaco for the Grand Prix, as an emotional tribute to his father, Charles and his family took a photo alongside the helmet his father used to wear. It’s important to note that his father was his biggest supporter and a crucial pillar in his racing career. Despite his absence, Hervé couldn’t witness his son’s debut or see him become a part of Formula 1.

Photo: @charles_leclerc (vía Instagram)

Tragedies: Deaths of Loved Ones.

The Passing of Jules Bianchi: One of the most impactful tragedies in Leclerc’s career was the death of his friend and mentor, Jules Bianchi. Bianchi, also a Formula 1 driver, suffered a serious accident during the 2014 Japanese Grand Prix and remained in a coma for nine months before passing away in July 2015. Bianchi’s loss was a devastating blow to Leclerc, who saw Jules as an older brother and a source of inspiration in his career.
The Passing of His Father: In June 2017, Charles Leclerc experienced another tragic loss with the passing of his father, Hervé Leclerc. Hervé had been a pivotal figure in supporting and nurturing Charles’ racing career, and his sudden death deeply affected the Monegasque driver.
Fatal Accident of Anthoine Hubert: During the Formula 2 race at Spa-Francorchamps in August 2019, a serious accident occurred involving several drivers, including Anthoine Hubert. Sadly, Hubert lost his life in the incident. Leclerc, who had been a teammate of Hubert in the lower categories, was deeply affected by the loss of his friend and rival.

Filmography

Charles Leclerc has appeared in several visual works, including:

“Lightyear” (2022): Charles Leclerc provided his voice for the Italian dubbing, for a cameo in the “Toy Story” spin-off, “Lightyear”. He portrays one of the two guards sent to take away Sox the cat. In the Spanish (Spain) dubbing, the same character was covered by Carlos Sainz.
“Formula 1: Drive to Survive” (2023): This series covers various aspects of Formula 1, both on and off the track. It follows Charles Leclerc’s journey from his time at Sauber (now Alfa Romeo) to his current involvement with Scuderia Ferrari. In addition to Leclerc, the series delves into all the drivers, their teams, and the racing stables in depth.

Discography

Musical works in which Charles Leclerc has participated:

Singles

“AUS23 (1:1)” (2023).
“MIA23 (1:2)” (2023).

Facts about Charles Leclerc

His racing number is 16.
He is the second-youngest driver to debut with Scuderia Ferrari.
His favorite food is tortellini pasta.
He enjoys playing paddle tennis.
His nickname Lord Perceval was given to him by his Ferrari teammate, Carlos Sainz Jr., who considered the name suited him well.
He is a music enthusiast.
He plays the piano and has released his own songs.
One of his inspirations in F1 was Ayrton Senna.
One of his favorite TV series is “La Casa de Papel”.
During the pandemic, he streamed on Twitch with several other drivers, including Max Verstappen, Lando Norris, Alex Albon, and George Russell.
He speaks Italian, French, English, and some Spanish.
There is an iconic video of an interview from his youth where Charles pronounces the phrase “Nothing, just an incident on the race” in a peculiar way. This famous moment occurred after an incident on the track with Max Verstappen. Leclerc’s unique gestures and pronunciation caught everyone’s attention, leading to its viral spread.
In Italy, his Richard Mille watch, valued at $325,000, was stolen. Charles Leclerc chased the thieves across Italy in his Ferrari.

F1 Drivers

Carlos Sainz Jr

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Carlos Sainz Jr Biography

Carlos Sainz Vázquez de Castro (September 1, 1994), better known as Carlos Sainz or Carlos Sainz Jr., is a Formula 1 driver, born in Madrid, Spain. Recognized worldwide for his success on the most demanding circuits, this Spanish driver has managed to forge his own path in motorsport, defying the expectations imposed by his surname, his father’s fame, and career. Sainz Jr. has carved an impressive career on his own merit.

Early years

Carlos Sainz Vázquez de Castro, also known as Carlos Sainz or Carlos Sainz Jr., was born in Madrid, Spain. He is the son of the famous rally driver and two-time champion, Carlos Sainz, and Reyes Vázquez de Castro. He has two sisters, Blanca, who is the eldest, and Ana, who is his younger sister by four years.

His full name is Carlos Sainz Vázquez de Castro Cenamor Rincón Rebollo Birto Moreno de Aranda de Anteruriaga Tiapera Deltún.

During his childhood, Carlos Jr. grew up surrounded by the world of motorsport, as his father and uncle are car racers. When Carlos was two years old, his father discovered him performing Scandinavian flicks in his electric cart. From a very young age, he showed great interest in motorsports. At the age of 8, he began competing in karting, a discipline that would help him develop his skills as a driver.

Carlos Sainz Jr. studied at the British Council School, where he learned English. His family wanted him to pursue a university degree, even though his true passion was to become an F1 driver. He opted to study art history, but his primary focus was always on motorsport.

Karting

In his early years in karting, Carlos Sainz Jr. showed exceptional talent and managed to stand out in several national and international competitions. His performance caught the attention of experts in motorsport, who saw in him a promising future in single-seater racing.

Carlos Sainz Jr. took his first steps in the world of karting in 2006, under the guidance of his father. Quickly, he began to achieve outstanding results, securing the third position in the Minikarts Industrie Tournament. In 2008, at the age of 14, Carlos reached a significant milestone by winning the Asia-Pacific KF3 title and obtaining the runner-up position in the Spanish KF3 Championship. His talent continued to shine in 2009, as he became the champion in the renowned Monaco Kart Cup Junior. Additionally, he once again secured the runner-up position in both the European KF3 Championship and the Spanish KF3 Championship. These impressive achievements opened the doors for him to join the Red Bull Junior Team, a crucial milestone in his career.

Photo: @carlossainz55 (vía Instagram)

Formula BMW Europe, Formula Renault 2.0, and Formula 3 Euroseries.

In 2010, when Carlos Sainz Jr. was 15 years old, he made the leap to single-seaters by joining the EuroInternational team in the Formula BMW Europe. During his first season in the category, he showed impressive performance and managed to win the award for the best rookie driver of the year, finishing in fourth place in the championship. This opened the doors for him to continue advancing in his career. Additionally, he simultaneously participated in the Formula BMW Asia-Pacific, where he wasn’t eligible for points, but secured three notable victories. One of them took place in November at the legendary Macau circuit, where he achieved the pole position and led the entire race.

In the following years, Sainz Jr. continued his progression in the lower categories of motorsport. He competed in Formula Renault 2.0 and in the Formula 3 Euroseries, where he achieved good results and earned the respect of his rivals and fans.

Formula 1

Toro Rosso: 2015-2017

Carlos Sainz Jr. joined the Toro Rosso team in the 2015 Formula 1 season. He was selected as a full-time driver alongside his teammate, Max Verstappen, forming one of the youngest pairings in Formula 1 history.

During his first season with Toro Rosso, Sainz Jr. showcased great talent and skill behind the wheel. He quickly adapted to the pace of Formula 1 and achieved notable results in several races. His most outstanding performance came at the Spanish Grand Prix, where he finished in an impressive fifth position on the grid, earning valuable points for the team.

In the third free practice session of the Russian GP, Carlos Sainz suffered a shocking accident that unfortunately forced him to miss the qualifying session. Fortunately, Sainz did not sustain serious injuries and was able to participate in the race. However, due to a brake issue, he was once again forced to retire.

During his second season in 2016, Sainz Jr. continued to accumulate points and showcase his speed and skill on the track. Once again, he achieved notable results, including a sixth-place finish at the Spanish Grand Prix and a seventh-place finish at the Brazilian Grand Prix.

In the 2017 season, Carlos Sainz Jr. remained with Toro Rosso until the United States Grand Prix, at which point he was loaned to the Renault team to complete the season. Despite this team change, Sainz Jr. left a significant mark at Toro Rosso, and his performance was recognized by the motorsport community.

Toro Rosso: Sainz’s Teammates

Carlos Sainz Jr.’s teammates at Toro Rosso during his Formula 1 career with this team were:

Max Verstappen (2015-2016): Carlos Sainz Jr. shared the team with Max Verstappen at Toro Rosso. Both made their Formula 1 debut that year and formed a young and talented pairing. After a season and a half, Max moved from Toro Rosso to Red Bull Racing.
Daniil Kvyat (2016-2017): Sainz was teammates with Russian driver Daniil Kvyat at Toro Rosso. Kvyat returned to Toro Rosso after being demoted from Red Bull Racing. That year, Sainz was transferred to Renault.

Renault: 2017-2018

In 2017, Carlos Sainz was transferred to Renault as a replacement for British driver Jolyon Palmer, starting from the United States Grand Prix. In his debut with the French team, he achieved an impressive seventh-place finish. Throughout the season, Sainz stood out, securing the ninth position in the championship, surpassing all of his teammates.

In the 2018 season, Carlos Sainz finished in the tenth position in the championship, trailing behind his teammate Nico Hulkenberg, who secured the seventh place. His best race result was a fifth-place finish in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Sainz managed to complete 19 out of the 21 Grand Prix races in the 2018 season but was forced to retire in the British GP due to a collision with the driver Romain Grosjean and in the Mexican GP due to suspension issues. That was his final season with Renault.

Renault: Sainz’s Teammates

Carlos Sainz Jr.’s teammate at Renault during his Formula 1 career with this team was:

Nico Hülkenberg (2017-2018): Carlos Sainz Jr. shared the team with German driver Nico Hülkenberg at Renault. Both drivers were part of the Renault team during that season.

McLaren: 2019-2020

Carlos Sainz joined McLaren after leaving the Renault team, becoming teammates with Lando Norris. In his first season, he had a challenging start with retirements and a collision, but he later managed to qualify in the points in almost every race, surpassing Pierre Gasly’s Red Bull. He stood out by achieving his first podium at the Brazilian GP, starting from the last position. Sainz became the second driver to accomplish this feat and did so in 101 Grand Prix races, surpassing Martin Brundle’s record. He finished the season in sixth place, being the best driver after Mercedes, Ferrari, and Red Bull.

For the 2020 Formula 1 season, Carlos experienced ups and downs in the early races, notably achieving a fifth-place finish in Austria and a ninth-place finish in the second race. He faced challenges with slow pit stops and punctures but managed a remarkable second-place finish at the Italian Grand Prix. He also had tough moments, like accidents in the first lap during the races in Tuscany and Russia. However, he bounced back and finished in the top seven in the final races, helping McLaren secure third place in the constructors’ championship.

Sainz concluded the season in sixth position in the drivers’ championship, trailing behind the leading teams. By mid-year, Sainz had already been signed by Scuderia Ferrari, making this his final season with McLaren.

McLaren: Sainz’s Teammates

Carlos Sainz Jr.’s teammate at McLaren during his Formula 1 career with this team was:

Lando Norris (2019-2020): Carlos Sainz Jr. shared the team with British driver Lando Norris at McLaren. Both drivers formed a young and talented pairing during that period.

Scuderia Ferrari: 2021-Present

In May 2020, Carlos Sainz Jr. was confirmed as a full-time driver for Scuderia Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc for the 2021 and 2022 seasons. In his debut with Ferrari, he had ups and downs in the early races, securing an impressive second-place finish at the Monaco GP. Throughout the season, Sainz showed consistency and achieved two more podiums in Hungary and Russia. In the final race of the season in Abu Dhabi, he finished in third place, surpassing his teammate and Lando Norris in the drivers’ championship, concluding in the fifth position.

The 2022 season was a significant breakthrough for Ferrari, as they returned to the fight for victories and the championship. Carlos Sainz achieved remarkable results, securing podium finishes in several races, including his first-ever victory at the British Grand Prix, where he also clinched the pole position. This triumph made him the second Spanish driver to achieve such a feat, following in the footsteps of Fernando Alonso. In this season, Sainz finished in fifth place in the Drivers’ Championship, while Ferrari secured the second position in the Constructors’ Championship.

In 2023, Carlos Sainz has faced challenges alongside his teammate Leclerc at Ferrari, due to setbacks with the team and technicians that have affected their performance. Recently, the team has shown deficiencies in managing several situations. An example of this occurred during qualifying for the Canadian Grand Prix when Sainz’s teammate requested a tire change during his pit stop. Unfortunately, the Ferrari team denied this request, arguing that Max Verstappen, a driver from Red Bull Racing, had not yet done so. As a result, Leclerc was excluded from the starting grid. However, due to a penalty imposed on Carlos Sainz, his teammate Charles Leclerc managed to advance to the tenth position, securing a spot among the top ten.

Ferrari: Sainz’s Teammates

Carlos Sainz Jr.’s teammate at Ferrari during his Formula 1 career with this team was:

Charles Leclerc (2021-Present): Carlos Sainz Jr. shared the team with the Monegasque driver, Charles Leclerc, at Ferrari. Both drivers have formed a young and talented pairing during this period, becoming a favorite duo among spectators, both on and off the circuits.

Carlos Sainz: 2023 season

In the thrilling ongoing 2023 Formula 1 season, the talented Spanish driver Carlos Sainz Jr. currently holds the sixth position with 87 points, having achieved 0 wins and 0 podiums. The leaders of this season so far are Max Verstappen, Sergio Pérez, and Fernando Alonso, who have showcased their prowess on the track and are at the top positions in the championship.

Photo: @carlossainz55 (vía Instagram)

Personal life

Carlos Sainz Jr. had his first girlfriend at the age of 13, maintaining a relationship with her for four years and sharing their first experiences together. The driver has mentioned that he has been emotionally involved with someone for most of his life. However, he considers himself not particularly affectionate and loving in general, reserving those expressions for private moments with his partner and close ones.

Carlos Sainz was in a relationship with Isabel Hernáez, also known as Isa Hernáez. They met through mutual friends, and it was Carlos who was attracted to Isa from the beginning. The relationship was the subject of many rumors, with some considering them the perfect couple, while others claimed it was marked by deceit and infidelity. Although the exact circumstances that led to the end of their relationship are not publicly known, unfortunately, after six years together, their love came to an end. As of now, neither of them has made any statements about the reasons behind this decision.

There were opinions among Carlos Sainz’s fans and followers that pointed to Isa Hernáez as responsible for leaking information about her then-boyfriend’s family. It was rumored that from an Isa Hernáez fan page, all the details of Carlos’s younger sister Ana Sainz’s wedding were leaked. From the date and location to the details of the bridesmaids’ dresses, it all seemed to have been leaked. Additionally, there were rumors that Isa was the one contacting magazines and paparazzi to take photographs and publish articles about Carlos and her, as well as exposing pictures of the Sainz family that no one else had or captured. However, it is important to highlight that these claims are merely speculations, and there is no official confirmation of their accuracy.

Filmography

Carlos Sainz has appeared in several visual works, including:

“Sainz: Living to Compete” (2021): This series explores the life and career of Carlos Sainz Jr.’s father during that time. It offers glimpses of the F1 driver alongside his father and family.
“Lightyear” (2022): Carlos Sainz provided his voice for the Spanish dub of a cameo in the “Toy Story” spin-off, “Lightyear”. He portrays one of the two guards sent to take away Sox the cat. The same character in the Italian dub was covered by Charles Leclerc.
“Formula 1: Drive to Survive” (2023): This series covers various aspects of Formula 1, both on and off the track. It follows Carlos Sainz’s journey from his time at Renault to his current involvement with Scuderia Ferrari. In addition to Sainz, the series delves deep into all the drivers, their teams, and their respective scuderias.

Facts about Carlos Sainz Jr.

He loves to eat, and some of his favorite foods are hamburgers and pizza.
He is fluent in Spanish, Italian, and English.
He enjoys playing golf.
He doesn’t think of any other profession beyond being an F1 driver.
During his childhood and youth, he greatly admired Rafael Nadal, Michael Jordan, and Fernando Alonso.
He studied art history.
One of his favorite movies is “The Wolf of Wall Street”.
In an interview, he said he doesn’t have a specific type of woman he likes; he prefers them to be normal. In the same interview, he admitted to being bottom team.
He is a fan of Real Madrid.
His favorite character in Mario Kart is Yoshi.
He is known as Smooth Operator after a video of him singing this song during a competition was leaked.
He is a big fan of the American director, Quentin Tarantino.
His racing helmet always features the flag of Spain and the Virgin of Pilar.
His favorite number is 5.
He somewhat identifies with meerkats.
He’s not a big fan of spicy food.
His favorite burger preparation includes bacon, cheese, caramelized onions, and lettuce.
He has a dog named Piñón.

Sport

Linda Caicedo

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Linda Caicedo Biography

Linda Lizeth Caicedo Alegría (February 22, 2005), internationally recognized as Linda Caicedo, is a professional footballer hailing from Candelaria, Valle del Cauca, Colombia. She is renowned for being the forward of Real Madrid C.F.

Early years

Linda Caicedo, the distinguished Colombian professional footballer, has always carried the love for football in her heart since she was a little girl. Accompanied by the encouragement of her parents, Mauricio Caicedo and Herlinda Alegría, Linda pursued her dream with passion and determination. Despite Real Juanchito FC, the school she attended, being primarily oriented towards boys, her skills and dedication led her to become a role model for young female footballers.

It was during this crucial time that Linda perfected her dribbling and shooting skills. This formative period became of utmost importance for the player, who confidently asserts that many of the abilities she possesses today were acquired at that school.

Beginnings

At the age of 10, Linda took her first steps in women’s football by joining the prestigious club Generaciones Palmiranas, known for nurturing prominent figures in Colombian football. During that time, the coach of the senior women’s national team, Felipe Taborda, had the opportunity to witness Linda Caicedo’s talent firsthand. Just a year later, Linda was transferred to Club Deportivo Atlas C.P. a football team founded in Cali by the player Carolina Pineda.

Linda shone in national tournaments, becoming the top scorer on multiple occasions. Additionally, two years later, she stood out in the Selección Valle, earning championships and goals. All of this propelled her towards a professional football career.

Career

Linda Caicedo made her debut in professional football with the team América de Cali, thanks to the recommendation of Carolina Pineda to Marcela Gómez, president of the women’s team. Despite her young age, Linda demonstrated impressive skills that prepared her for the professional game. On July 15, 2019, at just 14 years old and wearing the number 15 jersey, she made her professional debut against Cortuluá. She entered the match in the 74th minute and quickly showcased her charm on the field. Linda Caicedo finished that league as the top scorer. However, she couldn’t participate in the Copa Libertadores Femenina that year due to the regulation stipulating that players must be at least 16 years old, and at that time, the forward was only 14 years old.

In the first quarter of 2020, the young footballer changed teams and joined the azucareras of Deportivo Cali for three seasons. Her first year with the green and white team was not particularly outstanding, scoring only three goals. However, in 2021, she achieved her second national title and made her debut in the Copa Libertadores Femenina, scoring four goals, although the Cali team was eliminated in the quarter-finals.

2023: Real Madrid C.F.

In February 2023, just two days after reaching the age of majority, Linda Caicedo confirmed her incorporation into Real Madrid, becoming the first Colombian to join the women’s team of this prestigious Spanish club. She made her debut with the merengue team a week after the news, in a match against Alhama CF. She entered the game in the 74th minute and had scoring opportunities but couldn’t find the back of the net. On March 9, 2023, Caicedo scored her first goal with the Spanish team in the victory against Villarreal.

Women’s National Team career

Linda Caicedo made her debut with the national team in November 2019. In the 2022 Copa América Femenina, she scored three goals and was named the tournament’s best player. She also stood out in the U-20 and U-17 FIFA World Cups, leading Colombia to the final and receiving awards for her outstanding performances. Her talent has made a lasting impact on Colombian football. In the latter, Linda was awarded the Silver Ball and the Bronze Boot in that tournament.

In 2023, Linda received a call-up to participate in the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023. At just 18 years old, this talented footballer from Valle del Cauca achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Colombian, including male players, to score in all categories of the World Cups.

Her first World Cup was the U-20 in 2022, where she scored a brace against New Zealand on August 16th. Later, she participated in the U-17 World Cup, scoring another brace against China on October 15th, 2022, one against Mexico on October 18th, and another against Tanzania on October 22nd. Her exceptional performance has turned her into a shining star of Colombian women’s football.

Personal life

Linda Caicedo’s love life has piqued the curiosity of many of her followers. As of the current date, it is known that the footballer has been in two public relationships. In early 2023, videos surfaced showing her in the company of a young woman from Cali, but weeks later, Linda was seen with another person. This woman, named Valentina Herrera, appears to be her current partner, and both reside together in Madrid.

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Battle Against Cancer

At the age of 15, Linda Caicedo received a diagnosis of ovarian cancer.

“What I remember was that I had to undergo surgery one day, and I felt really bad (…) I thought I wouldn’t return to top-level football”.

In the year 2020, when Linda was part of Deportivo Cali’s squad, she faced a difficult situation due to her diagnosis of ovarian cancer. During that season, she couldn’t showcase her best performance due to this illness. In April of the same year, Linda began her treatment to combat cancer. As a result, she experienced hair loss, leading her to wear a wig during a match against Junior, an experience that showcased her bravery and determination to push forward amid adverse circumstances.

Linda Caicedo Biography