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Monaco Meltdown: Sainz’s Spiral at Williams Reveals Shocking Qualifying Secrets

Carl Smith by Carl Smith
May 24, 2025
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Monaco Meltdown: Sainz’s Spiral at Williams Reveals Shocking Qualifying Secrets

Formula One F1 - Monaco Grand Prix - Circuit de Monaco, Monaco - May 24, 2025 Williams' Carlos Sainz Jr. ahead of practice REUTERS/Piroschka Van De Wouw

Carlos Sainz’s rollercoaster journey with Williams hit a major roadblock during the Monaco Grand Prix qualifying session. The driver, who had shown promising performances in the previous races, failed to make it past Q2, a disappointing turn of events for someone who had been on a solid streak of starting in sixth place for three consecutive Grands Prix.

Sainz, feeling the pressure to understand the nuances of his new car on the challenging Monte Carlo circuit, made setup changes that ultimately backfired. The Spaniard, who had been overshadowed by teammate Alex Albon earlier in the season, seemed to struggle with finding the right balance and confidence in the car throughout the weekend.

Despite attempting a medium tyre gamble during Q2, which he later regretted due to his lack of experience with the car, Sainz acknowledged that the setup changes and his own confidence issues were the main culprits for his poor performance in Monaco.

The driver expressed disappointment in his overall understanding and comfort with the car, emphasizing the need to address these issues before the next street track race. Sainz also raised concerns about Williams potentially facing larger problems during qualifying, as evidenced by Albon’s struggles to secure a better position on the grid.

Looking ahead to the race, Sainz remained optimistic about his performance, confident that he could challenge the drivers ahead of him. Albon, however, was more cautious about their prospects, acknowledging the challenges of tire management and the need for a strategic approach in the race.

As the Monaco Grand Prix unfolds, all eyes will be on Carlos Sainz and Williams to see if they can overcome their qualifying setback and make a mark in the race with a bold and strategic approach on the iconic street circuit.

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