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Sports•Oct 7, 2026

‘We’re in trouble here’ – James Vowles Warned Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon Over Williams 2026 F1 Issues

Key Highlights Williams Team Principal James Vowles revealed the moment he informed drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz about severe performance and weight issues plaguing their FW48 challenger. Both drivers responded with immediate solidarity rather than anger, leaving Vowles “knocked off my feet” before they traveled to the factory to rally staff morale. Despite an ...

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Sports•Sep 18, 2026

Williams’ FW48 Upgrade Package in Baku Crucial for Formula 1 Team’s Progress

Key Highlights Williams introduces its long-awaited major FW48 upgrade package at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after a difficult 2026 season marked by weight issues and missed development milestones. Drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon caution that the upgrade may not close the gap to the midfield, as rival teams have accelerated their development pace beyond ...

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