BEYOND THE GRID: ‘For 2025, I think we have the best driver line-up on the grid,’ insists Williams boss Vowles

Williams are a team with a big history, and under new boss James Vowles they have big ambitions for the future – and the former Mercedes man reckons the two drivers they’ve got for next year will give them a line-up second to none in the F1 pit lane.
Race-winner Carlos Sainz will join proven performer Alex Albon at the outfit next year, providing a combination of speed and experience Vowles believes will drive Williams forward.
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On the latest episode of F1’s Beyond The Grid podcast, Vowles tells host Tom Clarkson about his long-term vision for the historic team as well as reflecting on some of the big decisions that have had to be taken in 2024.
Vowles also explains why he asked Logan Sargeant to stand aside so Albon could race in Australia, plus he discusses his call to replace the American midway through the season.
The Team Principal goes on to reflect on the decision to bring in Franco Colapinto, as well as sharing an insight into signing Sainz for 2025.
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