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Franz Tost plays down Carlos Sainz to Renault rumours

Toro Rosso chief Franz Tost does not believe that the Faenza-based team will lose Carlos Sainz.

Toro Rosso chief Franz Tost has said that he does not believe the Faenza-based team will lose Carlos Sainz.

Spaniard Sainz has already denied persistent rumours that he could be the subject of a swap deal involving engine price between team owner Red Bull and Renault.

Tost is quoted by Italy's Tuttosport as saying: "Carlos has a contract and I do not think Red Bull is planning to let him go, especially considering his development."

"[Sainz is] a professional of the highest level, and in 2017 we need a driver like him.

"Considering all the [rule] changes we will have, it will be essential to have an experienced driver, and ideally two."

The 22-year-old's current Toro Rosso teammate is Russian Daniil Kvyat.

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Carlos Sainz of Toro Rosso during previews to the Formula One Grand Prix of China at Shanghai International Circuit on April 14, 2016
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