Carlos Sainz highlights Aston Martin's improvement as inspiration for Williams
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 26, 2026, 7:02 AM
Last updated Jul 26, 2026
Carlos Sainz commented on the performances of Williams at the Hungarian Grand Prix, where he qualified 18th and Alex Albon 19th. This marked the fifth consecutive time at least one Williams driver exited in Q1 during qualifying. Sainz emphasized that the turnaround of Aston Martin could serve as a source of inspiration for his team’s improvement moving forward.
- •Sainz qualified 18th at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
- •Albon finished 19th, both requiring improvement.
- •Williams has seen drivers exit Q1 in five straight events.
- •Sainz pointed to Aston Martin's turnaround as a motivator.
- •The team aims to reflect on their competitive shortcomings.
- 7:02 AMMotorsport.com — Struggling Williams must be inspired by Aston Martin's improvement - Carlos Sainz
- 7:02 AMYahoo Sports — Struggling Williams must be inspired by Aston Martin's improvement - Carlos Sainz
"Carlos Sainz reckons Williams must be inspired by Aston Martin’s turnaround in qualifying at the Hungarian Grand Prix, as it highlights what’s possible for his struggling Formula 1 squad. Sainz took 18th at the Hungaroring with team-mate Alex Albon in 19th, marking the fifth consecutive occasion in which Williams has had at least one driver out in Q1. Although both qualified ahead of ...Keep reading
"Car upgrades helped Aston Martin reach Q2 for the first time in the 2026 F1 season at the Hungarian GP
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 26, 2026, 7:02 AMStruggling Williams must be inspired by Aston Martin's improvement - Carlos Sainz
Carlos Sainz reckons Williams must be inspired by Aston Martin’s turnaround in qualifying at the Hungarian Grand Prix, as it highlights what’s possible for his struggling Formula 1 squad. Sainz took 18th at the Hungaroring with team-mate Alex Albon in 19th, marking the fifth consecutive occasion in which Williams has had at least one driver out in Q1. Although both qualified ahead of ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJul 26, 2026, 7:02 AMStruggling Williams must be inspired by Aston Martin's improvement - Carlos Sainz
Car upgrades helped Aston Martin reach Q2 for the first time in the 2026 F1 season at the Hungarian GP
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