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Vowles makes ‘heart-of-hearts’ wish with ‘performance-driven machine’ Sainz
Williams team principal James Vowles chose Carlos Sainz over Franco Colapinto for the 2025 season due to Sainz’s ability to drive team development. Colapinto’s future beyond this year remains uncertain, possibly facing challenges transitioning to another single-seater series. Vowles acknowledged Colapinto was part of the consideration for the second seat but emphasized the need for a leader like Sainz in the team’s regrowth phase. Despite Colapinto’s potential, Vowles believes Sainz’s performance and leadership qualities are crucial for Williams’ future success. Vowles expressed optimism in Colapinto’s abilities but emphasized the challenges he may face in upcoming races like the Baku and Singapore Grand Prix.
