{"id":887,"date":"2026-08-18T10:41:27","date_gmt":"2026-08-18T13:41:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/?p=887"},"modified":"2026-08-18T10:41:28","modified_gmt":"2026-08-18T13:41:28","slug":"alexander-albon-explains-extension-with-williams-one-bad-year-doesnt-tell-the-whole-story","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/grandepremio.com\/en\/f1\/alexander-albon-explains-extension-with-williams-one-bad-year-doesnt-tell-the-whole-story\/","title":{"rendered":"Albon explains extension with Williams: “One bad year doesn’t tell the whole story”"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

With a freshly renewed contract keeping him at Williams<\/a> at least until the end of the 2027 Formula 1 season, Alexander Albon pointed to the team’s ongoing “transformation” during his tenure at Grove. Signed in 2022, the Thai driver has faced a challenging 2026 season dealing with the FW48’s persistent issues<\/a>, but emphasized that recent hurdles should not overshadow the technical progress made behind the scenes. Furthermore, he expressed complete confidence in turning around the team’s on-track form.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Since I joined Williams in 2022, it’s hard to put into words the level of transformation this team has undergone. One difficult year doesn’t tell the whole story and only gives me more motivation to keep building and pushing together with the factory and our fans so that we achieve great things,” Albon celebrated.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

As Formula 1 prepares to resume action with the Dutch Grand Prix, Albon holds five points in the Drivers’ Championship, trailing teammate Carlos Sainz by a single point.<\/sup> Despite Williams’ current performance struggles, the driver remains firm in his belief that a return to the front of the midfield is within reach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Our story isn’t over yet, and my full focus is on doing everything possible to take us back to the front of the grid,” he added.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Formula 1 resumes track action August 21\u201323 at Circuit Zandvoort for the Dutch Grand Prix, marking Round 12 of the 2026 World Championship. GRANDE PR\u00caMIO<\/a><\/strong> is covering all activities live on-site in Zandvoort with reporter Leonid Kliuev.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Alexander Albon will remain with Williams through the 2027 season (Photo: Rodrigo Ruiz\/Grande Pr\u00eamio)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

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2026 Dutch Grand Prix \u2014 Session Schedule (Local Time \/ CEST)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Day<\/strong><\/td>Session<\/strong><\/td>Local Time (CEST)<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Friday, August 21<\/strong><\/td>Free Practice 1<\/td>12:30 \u2013 13:30<\/td><\/tr>
Friday, August 21<\/strong><\/td>Sprint Qualifying<\/td>16:30 \u2013 17:14<\/td><\/tr>
Saturday, August 22<\/strong><\/td>Sprint Race<\/td>12:00 \u2013 12:30<\/td><\/tr>
Saturday, August 22<\/strong><\/td>Grand Prix Qualifying<\/td>16:00 \u2013 17:00<\/td><\/tr>
Sunday, August 23<\/strong><\/td>Grand Prix (72 Laps)<\/td>15:00<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

How long has Alexander Albon been racing for Williams?<\/sup><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Alexander Albon joined Williams in 2022<\/strong> and will remain with the team through at least the 2027 season<\/strong>, marking six consecutive campaigns at Grove.<\/sup><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How many points does Alex Albon have in the 2026 Drivers’ Championship?<\/sup><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Alex Albon has scored 5 points<\/strong> so far in the 2026 season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is reporting live from Zandvoort for GRANDE PR\u00caMIO?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

GRANDE PR\u00caMIO<\/em> reporter Leonid Kliuev<\/strong> is covering all track activities on-site at the Dutch Grand Prix.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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