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Williams is still yet to confirm Alex Albon’s Formula 1 team-mate for the 2025 campaign, with multiple names being linked to the vacancy.
Alex Albon suggested that Williams is looking for a driver with substantial Formula 1 experience for the 2025 season. The team currently has a vacancy, as Logan Sargeant’s seat for next year is not confirmed yet. Sargeant’s struggles in F1 have led to speculation about his departure at the end of the year. Carlos Sainz, who is leaving Ferrari, has been rumored to join Williams alongside Albon, who recently extended his contract with the team. Albon emphasized the importance of an experienced teammate for the team’s development and performance in the long term. While several drivers, including Valtteri Bottas, have been linked to Sargeant’s seat, Albon believes that experience will play a critical role in Williams’ future success in midfield battles. Albon mentioned that his relationship with Sainz is as good as with any other driver on the grid.
