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Carlos Sainz has addressed the “very big contrasts” he has experienced at Williams, highlighting that some areas are “really far behind” the opposition in F1.
During his first season with Williams, Carlos Sainz experienced significant contrasts in the team’s performance as they worked towards competitiveness in F1 under the leadership of James Vowles.
Williams, a nine-time constructors’ champion, had fallen into obscurity but has made strides to move from the back to the front of the midfield, aiming to fight for more than consistent points finishes with the new regulations.
Sainz’s contribution as a driver was instrumental in Williams’ revival, with the Spaniard delivering two grand prix podiums and a sprint top three in the later part of the 2025 season.
The team’s progress was evident to Sainz during testing in Bahrain, following a challenging 2024 season, as he noticed both the improvements in performance and the areas that still needed work.
Overall, Sainz appreciated Vowles’ honesty and realistic approach in acknowledging the team’s strengths and weaknesses, setting the stage for continued development and competitiveness in the future.
