Williams struggles in 2026 Formula 1 season amid technical difficulties
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 11:58 AM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
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Williams has faced a challenging 2026 Formula 1 season, securing only 11 points. Their best result came from Alex Albon, who finished eighth in Monaco, while a double points finish in Miami marks their only other highlight, with Carlos Sainz finishing ninth. The team missed the pre-season Barcelona Shakedown and has dealt with an overweight car and ongoing technical issues. As the summer break approaches, urgent improvements are needed to enhance performance in the remaining races.
- •Williams claims only 11 points in the season so far.
- •Albon's best finish is eighth place in Monaco.
- •Sainz and Albon achieved a double points finish in Miami.
- •The team faced setbacks with technical issues and missing pre-season tests.
- •Sainz leads Albon in qualifying head-to-head 9-2.
"As Williams find themselves falling short of their own expectations, we recap their 2026 season so far.
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