The Williams Racing team confirmed that Carlos Sainz Jr., with a career that includes teams such as Toro Rosso, Renault, McLaren, and Ferrari, will participate in the December post-season tests at Yas Marina. This opportunity marks a new beginning in the driver's career, who expressed enthusiasm for this challenge and highlighted Williams' long-term commitment to his development.
"This session will be an invaluable opportunity to integrate him into our dynamics and work on the 2025 goals," the team mentioned in its statement. Carlos Sainz, with four victories in Formula 1 and a decade of experience, will share a team with Alex Albon, forming a duo with the potential to revitalize Williams' competitiveness.
Sainz's arrival is part of a series of changes in the 2025 grid, with new drivers and strategic adjustments aimed at renewing the Formula 1 landscape. This test at Yas Marina will not only mark Sainz's debut in the FW46, but will also allow Williams to adjust its strategies for the upcoming season.
The announcement of Carlos Sainz Jr.'s participation in the post-season tests was made officially as part of his transition from Ferrari to his new team. Williams sees these tests as key to Sainz's adaptation to his new environment and as an important step toward working together for the future.
"We are excited to welcome Carlos and start working together," the team expressed, thereby reinforcing its effort to regain its prominent position in Formula 1.
