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F1 Scandal: Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz Clash Over Controversial Team Tactics in Monaco

David Castro by David Castro
May 26, 2025
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F1 Scandal: Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz Clash Over Controversial Team Tactics in Monaco

May 1, 2025; Miami Gardens, FL, USA; Williams driver Alex Albon (23) shakes hands with driver Carlos Sainz (55) on the paddock at Miami International Autodrome. Mandatory Credit: Sam Navarro-Imagn Images

Formula 1 Drivers Express Frustration Over Team Tactics at Monaco Grand Prix

In a high-stakes race at the Monaco Grand Prix, Formula 1 drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz voiced their discontent with team strategies despite securing a double podium for Williams. The strategic maneuver, involving Racing Bulls and later Williams, sparked controversy over pace manipulation and raised concerns about the future of racing on challenging tracks like Monaco, known for its limited overtaking opportunities.

Albon expressed his disappointment with the need for such tactics, while Sainz acknowledged the strategy’s effectiveness in securing points, albeit with reservations about the method. The Racing Bulls initiated the controversial tactic, with a deliberate slowdown by a trailing teammate (Liam Lawson in the case of Racing Bulls) to support those behind and create a gap to the front-runner, Isack Hadjar. This strategic move allowed Hadjar to make pit stops without the threat of losing positions, frustrating competitors like Albon but ultimately proving advantageous for Williams.

Following the race, Albon remarked, “I didn’t like it, I don’t think Carlos liked it either. It’s not how we want to race.” Despite the dissatisfaction, both drivers recognized the strategic necessity in the intense competition. Sainz described Lawson’s driving as an attempt to “manipulate the pace,” contributing to Williams finishing 9th and 10th to secure crucial points.

While Williams has shown promise with Albon clinching a 5th position three times this season, the team is facing disappointment as the battle for the lower half of the top 10 intensifies. Sainz highlighted the shift in perspective, noting that what was once a significant achievement for Williams now leaves them frustrated, emphasizing the team’s drive for continuous improvement.

As the drivers reflect on the Monaco Grand Prix, the focus shifts to maintaining momentum and adapting strategies for the upcoming challenges, with Barcelona posing a different set of obstacles. The intense competition and strategic dilemmas continue to shape the dynamic landscape of Formula 1 racing, keeping fans and teams on the edge of their seats as the season unfolds.

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