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Williams Racing secures Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon with contract renewals
Williams Racing has secured its driver lineup for the upcoming seasons by announcing multi-year contract extensions for both Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon. Following Albon's renewal through 2027, the team confirmed that Sainz has also signed a multi-year agreement to remain with the squad.
Despite a challenging 2026 season where the team has struggled with car performance and sits ninth in the constructors' standings, both drivers expressed commitment to the long-term rebuilding project led by Team Principal James Vowles. Sainz, who joined from Ferrari in 2025, noted his belief in the team's technical investments and personnel. Reports suggest Sainz's new deal may make him one of the highest-paid drivers on the grid.
The stability of the Sainz-Albon pairing provides continuity for Williams as it approaches its 50th anniversary in Formula 1. The team aims to leverage this experienced lineup to return to the front of the grid as technical regulations evolve.
Entities
Alex Albon · Carlos Sainz · Formula 1 · Grove · James Vowles · Williams Racing
Claims
What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 2 SOURCES] Team Director James Vowles stated that Albon has led the team's transformation project since his arrival. www.gazetaesportiva.com · www.stiripesurse.ro
- [● 3 SOURCES] Alex Albon has signed a contract extension to race for Williams in the 2027 season. www.lavozdegalicia.es · www.gazetaesportiva.com · www.stiripesurse.ro
- [● 2 SOURCES] Albon is 30 years old. www.gazetaesportiva.com · www.stiripesurse.ro
- [● 3 SOURCES] Albon has been driving for the Williams team since 2022. www.lavozdegalicia.es · www.gazetaesportiva.com · www.stiripesurse.ro
- [● 3 SOURCES] Albon expressed motivation to continue working with the team to improve their position on the grid. www.lavozdegalicia.es · www.gazetaesportiva.com · www.stiripesurse.ro