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Logan Sargeant’s Williams fate for 2025 has been sealed, but that does not mean he will necessarily survive the rest of the current F1 season.
James Vowles, Williams team principal, has emphasized the importance of Logan Sargeant “earning” his place in the team, leaving the door open for a potential replacement this season. Sargeant is set to be replaced by Carlos Sainz at the end of 2024, but his performance struggles could lead to an earlier change. Despite earning his first point at last year’s United States Grand Prix, Sargeant was largely outperformed by teammate Alexander Albon, raising concerns within the team. Williams has faced challenges this season, currently second to last in the constructors’ standings after a series of setbacks and delays in upgrades. Vowles has made it clear that Sargeant’s future in the team is not guaranteed, emphasizing the need for continuous improvement and matching Albon’s performance level.
