Sainz signs new contract with F1 team Williams
Carlos Sainz, the four-time Grand Prix winner who has failed to score a point in the last six rounds, has elected to remain with Williams for the foreseeable future.
Carlos Sainz, a former Ferrari and McLaren driver, has signed a multi-year contract extension with Formula One team Williams, putting an end to speculation about his future. Sainz, who has failed to score a point in the last six rounds of the season, announced his decision just 24 hours after Williams confirmed that his teammate Alex Albon would be retained for the 2027 season.
The 31-year-old expressed his excitement about joining the Williams team and his belief in the people who make up the organization, both in the factory and on the track. He emphasized his commitment to helping the team return to its former glory and creating more memorable moments together. Williams team principal James Vowles welcomed Sainz's decision, praising his leadership and shared ambition for the team.
Vowles also expressed his belief in the strength of the line-up, including Sainz and Albon, and their potential to compete for performance improvements.
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