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Carlos Sainz has scored less than a third of Alex Albon’s points tally, but James Vowles insists it’s not down to a lack of pace.
Williams acknowledges the frustration shared between Carlos Sainz and the team regarding their challenge in translating speed into substantial results in this year’s Formula 1 season. Despite bringing Sainz on board as a significant addition to their lineup in 2025, his rapid performances have often not translated into favorable outcomes. Sainz has accumulated only 16 points and an eighth-place finish across the first 14 races, positioning him 16th in the driver standings, just ahead of Yuki Tsunoda. Teammate Alex Albon has capitalized on opportunities to secure eighth place in the championship, contrasting Sainz’s struggles. Williams team principal James Vowles defends Sainz’s speed and attributes their lack of results to various incidents throughout the season, emphasizing the need for smoother performances moving forward. With Sainz familiarizing himself with the team and car dynamics, Williams aims to improve collaboration for more consistent and successful race weekends in the latter part of the season.
