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Williams team principal James Vowles doubts that the team’s line-up would have been strengthened by introducing Franco Colapinto earlier in the season, despite the Argentinian’s strong …
Williams team principal James Vowles does not believe that introducing Franco Colapinto earlier in the season would have improved the team’s line-up, despite the Argentinian driver’s impressive performances since joining Formula 1. Colapinto replaced Logan Sargeant after the Dutch Grand Prix in August, coinciding with car upgrades aimed at achieving consistent points finishes. Colapinto showcased his talent by finishing eighth in Azerbaijan and inside the top 12 in his two other races to date. Vowles explained that developing Colapinto behind the scenes was crucial in preparing him for his current role, and introducing him earlier may not have yielded the same results. Vowles praised Colapinto’s composure and adaptability to the pressures of Formula 1, noting his calm and collected demeanor under stress.
