Carlos Sainz will join Williams Racing for the Abu Dhabi tyre test after the 2024 season, allowing him to get accustomed to his new team and car ahead of his highly-anticipated debut with the team in 2025.
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The Formula 1 Italian Grand Prix kicked off with an eventful start as young driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli made his debut in the first practice session with Mercedes, while Franco Colapinto replaced Logan Sargeant at Williams. The qualifying schedule, broadcast details, and weather forecast for the exciting race weekend at Monza are also covered.
Williams’ recent upgrades to their FW46 Formula 1 car, including aerodynamic improvements and weight reduction, have shown promising results despite a regulation issue at Zandvoort. The team remains optimistic about the potential of these upgrades and is looking to capitalize on them in the upcoming races.
With Logan Sargeant’s costly accident at Zandvoort raising concerns, Williams is evaluating its options for the rest of the F1 season. Mick Schumacher and Liam Lawson have emerged as the top contenders to potentially join Alexander Albon at the team, as the Italian Grand Prix approaches.
Williams is seeking answers as to why its own pre-event scans of its updated Formula 1 car suggested its revised floor complied with the regulations, despite being deemed too wide by the FIA at the Dutch Grand Prix. The team is determined to understand the disparity and adapt the floor to be fully legal.
In a dramatic turn of events, Alex Albon has been disqualified from the Dutch Grand Prix qualifying results after his Williams’ floor was deemed non-compliant with FIA regulations. This stunning development has shaken up the grid, with implications for the race. Get the latest updates on this Formula 1 controversy.
Carlos Sainz is set to join the exclusive club of Formula 1 legends who have raced for Ferrari, McLaren, and Williams. Learn how this unique feat compares to the careers of Jacky Ickx, Alain Prost, and Nigel Mansell, and the challenges Sainz faces in his quest to bring Williams back to the top.
Williams is confident its decision to sign Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon as its driver line-up will pay dividends in the long run, despite the team’s current struggles. Team boss James Vowles has outlined a detailed vision for the team’s rebuild, which includes a massive hiring spree and a focus on the 2026 season and beyond.
Carlos Sainz has gained valuable insights into the complex and politically-charged world of Formula 1 contract negotiations. The Ferrari driver reveals the importance of trust, skepticism, and a long-term mindset when weighing his options for the future.
In a disappointing twist for the Williams team, Alex Albon will be forced to start from the pitlane for the Spanish Grand Prix, following a penalty for exceeding his allocated battery and control electronics for the 2024 season.