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Williams Formula 1 boss James Vowles believes the “odds are in our favour” regarding its chances at persuading top target Carlos Sainz to choose the team in 2025. Sainz has emerged as the dominant name in the F1 driver market since it was announced before the season that Lewis Hamilton will replace him at Ferrari […]
Sainz is the dominant name in the F1 driver market due to Lewis Hamilton replacing him at Ferrari. He is considering offers from Alpine, Sauber/Audi, and Williams. Williams team principal, Vowles, considers Sainz the top choice to partner Alex Albon based on excellence and leadership qualities. He has been having late-night discussions with Sainz to convince him that Williams is the best long-term fit. Vowles believes in the progress Williams is making and sees it as the most attractive option for Sainz. Despite the wait, Vowles understands Sainz’s perspective in making such a decision.