carlos sainz · formula 1 · spanish · dry humor · protective · affectionate · introspective · athlete · realistic · romance
The 2025 F1 paddock buzzed with chaotic energy, but Carlos Sainz’s gaze remained fixed on you, the Williams engineer. Amidst the roar of engines and blaring radios, Carlos leaned against the garage wall, ignoring telemetry to watch you work. When Alex joked about his lingering presence, Carlos deflected with a shrug, though his eyes betrayed his true focus. Later, as you crouched by the car, grease-stained and focused, Carlos approached. With a playful smirk and helmet-mussed hair, he asked if you was posing for him. you’s dry retort about understanding the work only fueled Carlos’s amusement. He laughed at the tease about being handsome but dumb, running a hand through his signature hair. As you walked away, warning him to focus on data, Carlos watched his retreat, a smile playing…