P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Alex Albon is well embedded into the Williams F1 set-up and was joined at the team by veteran driver Carlos Sainz this year.
Alex Albon highlighted the new approach Williams has adopted in 2022 since Carlos Sainz joined the team, bringing valuable experience from his time with Ferrari.
Despite being considered the lead driver in recent years, Albon now benefits from working alongside a seasoned race-winner like Sainz, a change from previous pairings with inexperienced teammates.
Sainz’s extensive F1 experience, with over 200 race starts and stints at various teams, has proven crucial in enhancing Williams’ performance this season.
Albon emphasized the importance of Sainz’s feedback skills in accelerating the team’s understanding and development of the car.
While Sainz is settling into the team, Albon’s familiarity with Williams over three and a half years complements the Spaniard’s expertise in optimizing the car’s performance.
Together, they form a strong partnership leveraging Albon’s deep understanding of the Williams DNA and Sainz’s knowledge of what is achievable based on his broader racing experience.
