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Williams Racing Struggles with Overweight FW48, Zero Points

3/15/2026

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Williams Racing faces a difficult start to the 2026 Formula 1 season as the FW48 is significantly overweight.
F1 drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz say the car's issues extend beyond weight and require substantial upgrades.
Team principal James Vowles says budget caps hinder immediate fixes.
Williams sits at the bottom of the standings with zero points, a stark contrast to last season's fifth-place finish.

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Williams Racing faces a difficult start to the 2026 Formula 1 season as the FW48 is significantly overweight.
F1 drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz say the car's issues extend beyond weight and require substantial upgrades.
Team principal James Vowles says budget caps hinder immediate fixes.
Williams sits at the bottom of the standings with zero points, a stark contrast to last season's fifth-place finish.