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Amid speculation that Alex Albon could be in contention for a race seat at a rival team next year, Williams Team Principal James Vowles has addressed the situation.
Williams Team Principal James Vowles has confirmed that Alex Albon is signed with Williams until the end of 2025, dismissing speculation of a move away from the team. Albon’s strong performances in the past two seasons have led to rumors of a potential replacement for Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes in 2025. Vowles emphasized that it is Williams’ responsibility to create an environment that deserves a driver of Albon’s caliber. Albon himself did not comment on his commitment beyond the 2024 campaign. Vowles stated that any decision regarding Albon’s future will be made with Williams’ long-term interests in mind, prioritizing the team’s goals over any individual’s.
