Carlos Sainz is set to join the Williams team after leaving Ferrari. James Vowles, the boss of Williams, believes that Sainz’s move to the team in 2025 will send a strong message about their long-term goals in Formula 1. The team has announced that Sainz has signed a contract to partner with Alex Albon until the sport’s regulation change in 2026. Sainz’s signature was highly sought after by other teams, but he has chosen to commit to Williams for the long term. Vowles has been in regular late-night phone conversations with Sainz to convince him about the team’s plans.
Acquiring Sainz, a three-time F1 race winner, is a testament to Williams’ ambition, according to Vowles. The team believes that with Sainz and Albon as their drivers, they will have one of the strongest line-ups on the grid.
The decision of both drivers to join Williams demonstrates the team’s commitment to returning to the top. Sainz’s arrival will see Logan Sargeant leave the team at the end of his sophomore F1 season. Vowles thanked Sargeant for his contributions and expressed confidence in his continued dedication to the team.
