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Alex Albon was one of the standout performers last season as he helped Williams to a seventh-placed finish in the Constructors’ standings. RacingNews365 questions whether another strong campaign could prove pivotal for the sport as a whole.
Alex Albon’s Formula 1 career has been a rollercoaster ride. He started with Toro Rosso in 2019 but was later promoted to the Red Bull team. Despite a few impressive performances, he struggled to consistently achieve good results. Eventually, he was dropped by Red Bull and took a year off from the sport in 2021. However, his move to Williams last season reignited his chances in F1 and he demonstrated superb form. Now, he is considered one of the most important drivers in the sport. With several contracts set to expire, the focus will be on which driver Red Bull chooses to partner with Max Verstappen. Albon’s strong performances last season make him a potential candidate. He not only showed pace on track but also provided valuable leadership off-track. The fact that he has improved and ironed out his mistakes from his time with Red Bull further adds to his appeal. Teams like Red Bull or Ferrari might see Albon as the best option in terms of pace, experience, leadership, and consistency. However, his success and potential return to the top of the grid depend on his continued progress with Williams. The upcoming silly season in F1 will look vastly different if both Albon and the team continue to improve.
