{
  "id": 1979022,
  "title": "Sainz signs new contract with F1 team Williams",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/sainz-signs-new-contract-with-f1-team-williams-1979022",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-19T15:57:58.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Malaysia Today",
    "slug": "free-malaysia-today-freemalays",
    "url": "https://www.freemalaysiatoday.com/category/sports/2026/08/19/sainz-signs-new-contract-with-f1-team-williams"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Carlos Sainz, a former Ferrari and McLaren driver, has signed a multi-year contract extension with Formula One team Williams, quashing rumors about his future. The British team confirmed that his team-mate Alex Albon will remain with them for the 2027 season. Sainz, who has failed to score a point in the last six races, expressed his excitement about staying with Williams for the long term. He praised the team's commitment and hard work, stating that he is fully dedicated to helping Williams bounce back and reach its full potential. Williams team principal James Vowles welcomed Sainz's decision, emphasizing the driver's leadership and shared ambition for the team.",
  "summary": "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.",
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        "outlet": "Free Malaysia Today",
        "title": "Sainz signs new contract with F1 team Williams",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/sainz-signs-new-contract-with-f1-team-williams",
        "published": "2026-08-19T15:57:58.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}