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Alex Albon breaks silence over Williams F1 testing absence
Williams F1 driver Alex Albon responded to team boss James Vowles’ statement on missing pre-season testing in Barcelona this week due to incomplete car tests.
Teams have nine days of testing this year, but Williams will only have six days, opting not to run in Barcelona and planning to participate in Bahrain testing next month.
Vowles shared on social media the team’s plans and tests being conducted with the new FW48 car, with Albon expressing positivity and determination for the upcoming track return.
With all other F1 teams gaining mileage in Barcelona, Williams may start the 2026 season at a disadvantage, but having a Mercedes power unit could benefit them in terms of reliability.
Albon and Sainz aim to challenge for podiums in the new season, while the team is hopeful about the Mercedes power unit’s performance.
The F1 community awaits further updates as the teams prepare for the upcoming season.
