Speaking on media day, F1 drivers gave their thoughts on the new Madring track, with Madrid set to host the 2026 F1 Spanish GP for the first time this weekend. Drivers will be getting their first real-life taste of the purpose-built Madrid circuit on Friday, having relied heavily on simulator running to prepare for the…
It was a disappointing 2026 F1 Italian GP for Williams, with Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon finishing in a disappointing P13 and P17, respectively. It was an uphill battle from Saturday, with Albon sacrificing his own qualifying session to provide an aerodynamic tow for his teammate. The Thai-British driver initially qualified P18 but took a…
While several special liveries were spotted on the track throughout the Barcelona shakedown week and pre-season testing in Bahrain, eleven F1 teams in 2026 will now introduce one-off designs during the 22-race season as well. F1 cars are built to leave an impression not only in the literal but also in the figurative sense. It’s…
Alex Albon left the 2026 F1 Dutch GP feeling disheartened, not only because of his late-race collision with Carlos Sainz but also because he believed Williams had the potential to turn an otherwise unremarkable day into a points-scoring opportunity. According to Albon, while the team didn’t necessarily have the outright pace to challenge every midfield…
The Williams F1 drivers have reflected on their contact at the 2026 Dutch GP that resulted in Alex Albon retiring from the race and Carlos Sainz receiving a 10-second penalty. With fresher tyres, Albon had closed right onto the back of his teammate, and the pair went wheel-to-wheel into Turn 1 on Lap 67. On…
Speaking to media on Friday ahead of the F1 2026 Dutch GP, Williams team principal James Vowles opened up about the recent double contract extension for Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz. Sainz and Albon both extended their respective contracts with Williams this week, ending speculation regarding their future at the team. After a promising 2025…
Ahead of the Dutch GP, Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon spoke in print media sessions about renewing with Williams F1 into the 2027 season. While the Thai’s deal is only for next year, the Spaniard has a multi-year one sorted. It has been a dreadful season for Williams and will not be getting better from…
Williams have confirmed that Alex Albon will remain with the team into the 2027 F1 season. The Thai’s journey with the Grove-based squad started back in 2022 when Jost Capito was in charge. Since James Vowles was appointed in 2023, the British engineer turned boss has shown tremendous faith in the abilities of the 30-year-old….
Williams F1 Team Principal James Vowles recently evaluated their 2026 campaign by answering questions about the Hungarian Grand Prix on Williams’ YouTube channel. Despite starting the season with much more optimism compared to previous years, Williams reached the summer break in ninth place in the Constructors’ Championship with 11 points. This marked a painful regression…
Ahead of the 2026 F1 Hungarian GP, Alex Albon discussed in a print media session what has unquestionably been a turbulent season for him so far. Currently sitting 16th in the driver standings with 5 points, the Williams driver talked about the complex factors influencing his performance, the impact of the current technical regulations and…
