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Why Sainz and Albon remain cautious on Williams upgrade package

News›Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2026

Why Sainz and Albon remain cautious on Williams upgrade package

Formula1.com+ 2 moreWed 23 Sep · 15:39 UTCupdated Sat 26 Sep · 16:28 UTCHave your say

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Why Sainz and Albon remain cautious on Williams upgrade packageCarlos Sainz and Alex Albon have previewed Williams' major upgrade package, which is set to debut at this weekend's Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Formula1.comWed 23 Sep · 15:39 UTCRead their report →

What's worrying about upgraded Williams as Baku package appearsRather than be excited by Williams's new chassis approach, Gary Anderson has cause for concern. Here's his take and a look at other F1 teams' Baku upgrades

the-race.comThu 24 Sep · 08:00 UTCRead →

Williams eye Baku boost as every team's upgrades revealedTake a look at the full list of upgrades teams have brought to the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Formula1.comThu 24 Sep · 10:45 UTCRead →

Vowles assesses impact of Williams' Baku upgradeWilliams have brought a major upgrade to Baku in the hopes it improves their position, after a painful 2026 season so far.

Formula1.comThu 24 Sep · 15:26 UTCRead →

James Vowles issues verdict on Williams’ final ‘new car’ Azerbaijan upgradeJames Vowles has critiqued Williams' latest upgrade package after another tough day of F1 action at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

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Antonelli's Baku woes: 'Worst' weekend of seasonKimi Antonelli described the Azerbaijan Grand Prix as his 'worst' race weekend despite finishing fifth after starting from 16th on the grid. He gained 11 places during the race, but his teammate George Russell's victory reduced Antonelli's championship lead to 66 points with eight races remaining this season. Antonelli faced challenges throughout the weekend, including a hydraulic leak that disrupted his practice sessions. He acknowledged that he was not at his best during the race, opting for a conservative approach to avoid damage. Antonelli is looking to bounce back at the upcoming race in Sepang on October 4.

espn.comSat 26 Sep

Shock inaction over Baku's other F1 team-mate clash explainedDuring the 2026 Azerbaijan Grand Prix, a collision between Racing Bulls team-mates Liam Lawson and Oliver Lindblad resulted in significant damage to Lawson's car. Despite the incident being investigated, the stewards decided no further action was necessary, attributing the collision to a chain reaction from a separate incident involving Franco Colapinto, Pierre Gasly, and Lando Norris. Lindblad acknowledged the chaotic nature of the race restart and apologised for the clash, while Lawson expressed his confusion over the ruling. The stewards' decision has raised questions about the criteria used for penalising team-mate collisions, as Lawson indicated he would not protest against Lindblad.

the-race.comSat 26 Sep

'I was driving like my grandma' - Antonelli admits to lack of confidenceKimi Antonelli, the current leader in the Formula 1 championship, expressed a lack of confidence during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, stating he was driving 'like his grandmother.' Despite starting from 16th due to a qualifying crash, he managed to recover to finish fifth, but his lead over teammate George Russell was reduced to 66 points as Russell claimed victory. Antonelli faced challenges throughout the race, including technical issues that limited his practice time and significant floor damage from contact with another car. He acknowledged that he had to adapt his driving style due to the circumstances, taking fewer risks and capitalising on mistakes made by other drivers. Looking ahead, he remains optimistic about the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix.

Sky Sports F1Sat 26 Sep

Norris hits out after Baku pile-up DNF with AlpineLando Norris expressed his frustration after being taken out of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to a collision caused by Franco Colapinto. Following the incident, Norris stated that there are drivers who do not belong in Formula 1, implying that Colapinto's actions were unacceptable. The crash occurred during a Safety Car restart on lap 36, leading to both Norris and Pierre Gasly retiring from the race. Colapinto acknowledged his mistake and accepted responsibility, apologising to his team and teammates. He received a 10-second time penalty, which will affect his grid position in the next race. Gasly, visibly upset, highlighted the significant points lost due to the incident, while also emphasising the importance of respect in their working relationship.

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