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Williams will again be without a back-up chassis at Formula 1’s Japanese Grand Prix as a result of Alex Albon’s
Albon’s car suffered irreparable damage during the opening session in Australia, leading to Williams’ decision to withdraw Logan Sargeant and field Albon in the sole car for the remainder of the weekend. The damaged chassis will be sent back to Williams’ factory in Grove for repairs, impacting the team’s preparation for future races. Despite the extensive damage, James Vowles expressed confidence in the team’s ability to fix the chassis in time for the next race in Japan, but emphasized the need for thorough inspection. Williams will face the challenge of not having a spare car at the upcoming round but remains optimistic about the repair process and the team’s resilience. Vowles highlighted the severity of the damage, including cracked gearbox, bent engine mounts, and torn chassis, underscoring the complex repairs required. The team is focused on ensuring that the chassis is fully restored for future races, albeit recognizing the uncertainties involved in such intricate repair work.
