Williams F1 Team Faces Technical Challenges at Qatar Grand Prix

The Williams F1 Team encountered a series of technical challenges during the Qatar Grand Prix, as revealed by Head of Vehicle Performance Dave Robson.

Robson highlighted that both drivers, Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant, faced difficulties early in the race, leading to a conservative approach to managing power unit (PU) temperatures in close traffic.

Logan Sargeant’s race was particularly hindered by an electronic issue, forcing a steering wheel change during a pit stop after tyre damage from a flat spot.

Robson acknowledged the missed opportunity to compete for points in the fiercely competitive midfield, emphasizing the importance of resolving issues before the upcoming race in Jeddah.

Alex Albon expressed frustration at the team’s performance gap, citing persistent overheating and power issues throughout the race.

Sargeant reflected on his promising start before the steering wheel electronics problem resurfaced, impacting his pace due to PU temperature struggles, ultimately leading to a disappointing outcome.

Williams Grand Prix Engineering Limited faces a critical period of analysis and improvement to avoid similar setbacks in future races and capitalize on the closely contested midfield competition.