James Vowles, team principal of Williams, has shared his admiration for Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz, the drivers of his team, highlighting their qualities and unconditional dedication. Vowles believes that this duo stands out for their lack of ego and their willingness to prioritize the interests of the team.
Albon joined Williams in 2022, while Sainz arrived at the Grove team in 2025, after being replaced at Ferrari by seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton. In a recent interview, Vowles praised their teamwork ability and attitude.
According to Vowles, “they are two brilliant drivers” and he has expressed that he feels fortunate to have them by his side. He emphasized that there is no politics or ego between them, commenting that “they deserve to have an ego, but they do not”. This humility, combined with their commitment to Williams’ success, is an aspect that Vowles values highly.
The team principal also highlighted Sainz’s communicative skills with engineers, considering them to be the best he has experienced. Vowles explained that Sainz has an exceptional ability to convey his experience to the technical team, a quality that can have a significant impact on the overall performance of the team.
On the other hand, Vowles defended Albon’s skills in changing conditions, highlighting his ability to perform at his best when the situation demands it. Additionally, he emphasized that both Albon and Sainz strive to maintain a negative environment that does not affect the team, working together to overcome adversities.
Since Vowles took over the direction of Williams in 2023, he has been working to restore the team’s glory, despite the fact that the 2026 season has started in a difficult manner, currently positioning them ninth in the constructors’ standings.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
