Carlos Sainz Joins Williams Racing in Two-Year Deal

Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz has signed a two-year contract with Williams Racing, starting in 2025. He will pair with Alex Albon to help the team return to the forefront of F1. Logan Sargeant, the first American to score an F1 point in 30 years, will seek new opportunities.

Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz has inked a two-year contract to join Williams Racing.

Slated to race alongside Alex Albon for Williams starting in 2025, Sainz aims to propel the team back to the front of the grid in the new F1 regulations era. The team conveyed their excitement in a statement issued Monday.

Williams Racing expressed gratitude to Logan Sargeant for his efforts over the past two years. The American driver, who made history by finishing 10th in Austin last year, will continue to receive the team's support as he looks to advance his racing career.

Sainz, a 29-year-old Spanish driver, holds three race victories, 23 podiums, and over 1,100 career points, currently ranking fifth in the standings. This season, Sainz clinched the Australian Grand Prix victory shortly after undergoing appendicitis surgery.

Highlighting the complexities of this year's driver market, Sainz stated his confidence in choosing Williams to further his F1 journey. He expressed enthusiasm about contributing to the team's historic legacy and aiming to restore its front-grid position. Williams retains an option to extend Sainz's contract beyond 2026.

(With inputs from agencies.)