Carlos Sainz was dropped by Ferrari as the Italian giants could not pass up the opportunity to sign Lewis Hamilton, but the new Williams racer has now landed an additional role in F1

Spanish driver Carlos Sainz has become a director at Formula One’s Grand Prix Drivers’ Association, which acts as a union for the grid’s stars. The Williams driver will take the position vacated by Sebastian Vettel.

Carlos Sainz was named a director of Grand Prix Drivers' Association, the trade union for Formula One drivers. His appointment was announced Sunday. The Spaniard replaces four-time world champion Sebastian Vettel,