Sainz Stays With Williams

Carlos Sainz has signed a multi-year contract extension with Williams, ending speculation over his Formula One future despite a difficult season with the British team.

The announcement came a day after Williams confirmed that Alex Albon would stay for the 2027 campaign. The two drivers will continue to lead the team as it works to regain its competitive form.

Sainz joined Williams after previous stints with Ferrari, McLaren, Renault and Toro Rosso. The four-time Grand Prix winner has failed to score in the past six rounds, while the team has struggled throughout the opening half of the season.

Williams also missed the first pre-season test, which left the squad playing catch-up before the campaign began.

Despite those setbacks, Sainz said he believes the team has the people and resources needed to recover.

“I’m thrilled to announce my continued journey with the Williams family,” the 31-year-old said.

“I truly believe in the people that form this team, both at the factory and at the racetracks, and the investments and hard work that are happening in the background.”

Sainz added that he was as committed as he was on his first day with Williams and wanted to help return the team to the front of the grid.

Team principal James Vowles welcomed the decision ahead of this weekend’s Dutch Grand Prix.

“Carlos is a leader of this team, and I’m thrilled that he can see what’s possible as we continue to rebuild it,” Vowles said.

He added that Sainz shares Williams’ ambitions and described the Spaniard and Albon as one of the strongest driver pairings on the grid.