Why are hominids and homo sapiens so late in the evolutionary cycle?

Hominids and Homo sapiens are not necessarily late in the evolutionary cycle; rather, they have evolved and developed over millions of years to reach their current state. Various factors such as environmental changes, competition, and adaptation have influenced the course of human evolution. The complexity and sophistication of the human brain and social structures have contributed to the success of hominids and Homo sapiens in their evolutionary journey.