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Alex Albon has bemoaned the “brutal” shortness of F1’s winter break, revealing that he will have approximately a week off between the 2025 and ’26 seasons.
Alex Albon expressed his frustration over the brief winter break in Formula 1, as he will only have around a week off between the 2025 and 2026 seasons. Despite the short break, Albon had a successful season with Williams, finishing eighth in the Drivers’ Standings with 73 points. Alongside his teammate Carlos Sainz, Albon played a key role in Williams’ resurgence, leading the team to a fifth-place finish in the Constructors’ Championship. Despite facing challenges in development, the Williams FW47 maintained its competitiveness against rivals such as Aston Martin and Racing Bulls. Albon’s comments have sparked a discussion on the demanding nature of the 24-race calendar and the quick turnaround between seasons. He highlighted the need for energy management in the upcoming season, especially with the introduction of new 50-50 hybrid cars.
