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Alex Albon questions Williams' Baku upgrades amid team turmoil

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 10:30 AM

Last updated Jul 26, 2026

Alex Albon questions Williams' Baku upgrades amid team turmoil

Summary

Williams F1 team faces mounting challenges as drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz express skepticism about upcoming upgrades for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Team principal James Vowles had previously promised significant development but has encountered major setbacks from infrastructure changes and production delays. These issues have resulted in an overweight chassis affecting performance. With little faith in the planned upgrades, Albon has stated that the team's prospects appear bleak, urging a shift in focus toward future regulations in 2027.

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By the Numbers

•Albon and Sainz doubt effectiveness of crucial Baku upgrades.
•Williams has struggled with production delays due to infrastructure changes.
•The FW48 car began the season significantly overweight.
•Vowles acknowledges financial limitations for necessary improvements.
•Drivers emphasize the need to shift focus toward 2027 regulations.

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10:30 AMYahoo Sports — James Vowles’ Hype for Williams’ Baku Upgrade is Falling Apart

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When James Vowles took the reins at Williams, his overarching message to the Formula 1 paddock and the fanbase was simple: trust the process. Fast forward to the middle of the 2026 season, and that process appears to have completely…
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