P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Carlos Sainz has conceded that he is going into his initial races with Williams in 2025 “a bit lost” due to the restricted pre-season testing available to the drivers in F1.
Carlos Sainz has started positively with Williams, setting the fastest time in the pre-season test in Bahrain with the improved FW47. Despite this, he admitted not being able to test all items before the season-opening race in Australia, calling for a rule change allowing more track time. Sainz expressed uncertainty about extracting the car’s maximum potential in qualifying, emphasizing the need to adapt to its unique characteristics. He highlighted the competitive nature of the upcoming season, with several teams battling closely for performance, emphasizing the challenges of adapting to a new team in a short testing period. Sainz stressed the importance of quickly adjusting to the new environment to avoid losing positions and points in races. Despite the difficulties, he remains optimistic about the season ahead and the opportunities it presents for drivers and teams.
