Carlos Sainz reaffirms commitment to Williams despite 2027 Audi talks
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 8:08 AM
Last updated Aug 28, 2026
Carlos Sainz stated he never considered leaving Williams after recently signing a contract extension for 2027 alongside teammate Alexander Albon. Williams has struggled in the 2026 season, failing to score points in the last six races and losing ground in the standings. As the team looks to improve performance, Sainz’s commitment may provide stability and continuity. The team's future direction may hinge on addressing their current performance issues.
- •Sainz signed a new deal with Williams for 2027.
- •Williams has not scored points in the last six races.
- •The team is facing challenges in the current season.
- •Sainz emphasizes stability and focus within the team.
- •Alexander Albon is also part of the 2027 extension.
- 8:08 AMYahoo Sports — Carlos Sainz denies 2027 Audi F1 talks: ‘I never considered leaving Williams’
- 8:08 AMMotorsport.com — Carlos Sainz denies 2027 Audi F1 talks: ‘I never considered leaving Williams’
"Carlos Sainz says he never considered leaving the Williams Formula 1 team, having signed a new deal for 2027 last week alongside team-mate Alexander Albon. For the legendary British team, a nine-time constructors’ championship winner, 2026 has been a tough season so far. The FW48 has been losing ground in the pecking order and has failed to score any points in the last six rounds. This openly ...Keep reading
"Could Carlos Sainz have joined Audi for the 2027 Formula 1 season? The Spaniard refutes that suggestion after signing a new deal with Williams
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External links- Yahoo SportsAug 28, 2026, 8:08 AMCarlos Sainz denies 2027 Audi F1 talks: ‘I never considered leaving Williams’
Could Carlos Sainz have joined Audi for the 2027 Formula 1 season? The Spaniard refutes that suggestion after signing a new deal with Williams
- Motorsport.comAug 28, 2026, 8:08 AMCarlos Sainz denies 2027 Audi F1 talks: ‘I never considered leaving Williams’
Carlos Sainz says he never considered leaving the Williams Formula 1 team, having signed a new deal for 2027 last week alongside team-mate Alexander Albon. For the legendary British team, a nine-time constructors’ championship winner, 2026 has been a tough season so far. The FW48 has been losing ground in the pecking order and has failed to score any points in the last six rounds. This openly ...Keep reading
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