Sainz Signs Multi-Year Contract Extension with Williams
The multi-year extension keeps Williams’ 2027 driver line-up intact as the team continues its rebuild and Sainz backs its long-term plan.
- On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, Williams confirmed driver Carlos Sainz signed a multi-year contract extension, committing him to the team through 2027.
- Despite a difficult 2026 season where the squad sits ninth with 11 points, Sainz committed to the Grove-based team after joining Williams in 2025 following his departure from Ferrari.
- Alongside Alain Prost and Nigel Mansell, Sainz becomes one of three drivers to have competed for Williams, McLaren, and Ferrari, representing the team during its 50th season in Formula 1.
- Team Principal James Vowles called Sainz a 'leader of this team,' while the announcement followed teammate Alex Albon's renewal, securing Williams' driver line-up through 2027.
- Technical upgrades for this weekend's Dutch Grand Prix will be introduced by Williams, with Sainz hoping they drive consistent top-10 finishes as the team pursues a return to the front.
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The Spaniard extended his contract for several years despite a season without points.He will continue with Alex Albon, who had been confirmed a day earlier.
Formula One team Williams announced this week that both Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon will continue with the team next season.
Rome, 19 Aug. - (Adnkronos) - Carlos Sainz renews with Williams with a multi-year deal and will be paired with Alex Albon. To give the official announcement the English club with a note on its website. "The Atlassian Williams F1 Team announces that Carlos Sainz has signed a new multi-year contract with the team to demonstrate the trust placed in Williams' long-term project to compete at the top of Formula 1. Carlos joined Williams in 2025 and pl…
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