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Carlos Sainz has explained what people can anticipate of Williams at the start of the F1 season ahead.
Carlos Sainz has set objectives for himself and Williams at the beginning of the 2025 F1 season, warning fans not to be overly optimistic after his impressive testing performance. Despite topping the timing sheets during pre-season testing in Bahrain, Sainz remains grounded and realistic about the team’s progress. He emphasizes that he didn’t join Williams to settle for mediocrity but to propel the team forward. Sainz acknowledges that podium finishes or top-five placements may not be realistic for the team this year. Instead, he aims for consistency in making it into the top 10 and scoring points regularly throughout the season. Sainz believes that setting sights on anything more than scoring points early in the season would be unrealistic given the team’s recent struggles. Ultimately, the focus is on gradual progress and laying a solid foundation for future success.
