James Hinchcliffe discusses Williams F1 weight breakthrough for Azerbaijan Grand Prix
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 24, 2026, 1:09 PM
Last updated Sep 24, 2026
James Hinchcliffe commented on Williams' improvements at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, stating the team has finally met Formula 1's minimum weight limit with their updated FW48. This development could yield significant benefits, providing the team with what Hinchcliffe refers to as 'free lap time.' The breakthrough comes after Williams struggled with an overweight car throughout the season, potentially enhancing their performance in the ongoing race weekend.
- •Williams is racing an updated FW48 at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
- •The team has met the F1 minimum weight limit for the first time this season.
- •Hinchcliffe expects this change to provide 'free lap time.'
- •Williams aims to improve its performance after a challenging start to the season.
- 1:09 PMMotorsport.com — James Hinchcliffe: Williams F1 weight breakthrough brings "free lap time" in Baku
"Former IndyCar Series driver James Hinchcliffe says Williams finally hitting Formula 1's minimum weight limit will provide the Grove outfit with "free lap time" at this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix. Williams has introduced a heavily updated FW48 in Baku after struggling with an overweight car since the start of the season. During the F1 Nation podcast, Hinchcliffe discussed the impact ...Keep reading
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