P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Williams have achieved something they have waited a decade for.
Williams’ podium finish at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix marked a decade-long achievement as they reached 100 points in the constructors’ championship for the first time since 2016.
Carlos Sainz’s impressive drive to third place in Baku was key to sealing this milestone.
Sainz’s exceptional performance, starting from second on the grid, earned him his first podium since joining Williams at the beginning of the year.
With 101 points, Williams currently hold fifth place in the constructors’ championship, 26 points ahead of Racing Bulls in sixth.
Team principal James Vowles emphasized the significance of the podium finish in Williams’ journey back to competitiveness in Formula 1.
This result not only boosted Sainz’s personal points tally but also showcased Williams’ progress and determination to return to the forefront of the F1 grid.
