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Williams Racing Hit by Three Crashes in Brazil, Drops in Constructors' Standings

Posted : 05 November 2024

Williams Racing faced a difficult weekend at the Brazilian Grand Prix, as three costly crashes significantly impacted their standing in the constructors' championship. Team principal James Vowles voiced disappointment after rookie Franco Colapinto and seasoned driver Alex Albon both suffered crashes during qualifying at Interlagos, which had been postponed to Sunday due to weather conditions.

 

Albon's incident was particularly damaging, as his car couldn’t be repaired in time, forcing him out of the race entirely. Colapinto later had a second crash during the race itself, triggering red flags and adding to the team's woes.

 

The challenges for Williams were exacerbated by Alpine’s impressive performance in the rain-hit race, with Esteban Ocon and Pierre Gasly finishing second and third. Their success allowed Alpine to secure a lead over Williams, pushing the latter down to ninth in the constructors' standings.

 

Williams now trails eighth-placed RB by 27 points with only three rounds left in the season, a tough position as the team struggles to reclaim lost ground. Reflecting on the turbulent weekend, Vowles described the experience as one of the lowest moments in Formula One, acknowledging the emotional highs and lows inherent to the sport.

 

Despite the setbacks, Vowles remained focused on drawing lessons from the race, even as Colapinto's early crash ended their hopes.

 

He expressed a determination to prevent such frustrations in the future and emphasized the importance of quickly replenishing spare parts before the upcoming race in Las Vegas. This quick recovery will be crucial for the team as they look to finish the season on a more positive note.

 

Albon, meanwhile, noted the challenges of recent weeks and admitted surprise at his qualifying crash, which the team plans to review in detail. He voiced frustration over the missed opportunity for points, particularly given Brazil’s unpredictable weather, which can often create favourable conditions for teams willing to take risks.

 

Unfortunately, it was Williams' competitors who seized the advantage this time, further complicating the team’s fight to regain ground in the final rounds.

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