P1racenews AI automatic summary:
As the prolific early-season Williams form has turned to dust in recent Formula 1 races, a trend has emerged offering a tempting potential answer for why
In recent Formula 1 races, Williams’s early-season form, which was highly successful, has deteriorated significantly, leading to poor performances which have raised questions about the reasons behind this decline.
During the first eight races of the 2025 season, Williams performed exceptionally well, scoring 54 points and showcasing strong pace with the fifth-fastest car on average. However, in the subsequent four races, their point tally drastically dropped, and their qualifying performance weakened in comparison to the front-runners.
The decline in Williams’s performance appears to coincide with the introduction of a flexi-wing clampdown at the Spanish Grand Prix. While this change might have influenced their results, other factors such as strategic errors and reliability issues have added to their struggles.
Despite the setbacks, both Williams drivers, Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz, acknowledge the team’s potential and the need to optimize the car’s performance. They believe that with continuous improvements and addressing the areas of concern, Williams can regain its competitive edge and achieve better results in upcoming races.
Sainz emphasizes that while the team has exceeded initial expectations with its car performance, there is still work to do in order to consistently compete at a higher level and establish Williams as a strong force in the midfield battles of the championship.
