Carlos Sainz has expressed deep satisfaction with his 2025 move to Williams, describing the team as a “family” and their project as a “challenging target” that fuels his growth. The Spaniard, set to leave Ferrari, shared his positive outlook on the High Performance podcast.
Why it matters:
Sainz’s candid remarks underscore a significant shift in his career post-Ferrari, highlighting a newfound sense of belonging and motivation despite a tough 2024 season. His confidence in Williams’ vision could be a crucial factor in their ascent.
The big picture:
Williams has shown substantial improvement, currently sitting fifth in the constructors’ standings with 59 points, a notable jump from ninth place in 2023. This resurgence under Team Principal James Vowles has clearly attracted Sainz.
Despite facing reliability issues that have limited him to 13 points in 2024, Sainz is optimistic about his future with the Grove-based outfit, feeling increasingly comfortable with the FW47 car.
Details:
“I’m in a very happy place right now. I found in Williams - I found a race team and a family that is working towards I think a very challenging target, which is making Williams competitive again,” Sainz stated.
He added, “If you would have told me a year ago that this is how life would turn out to be, I would actually be very happy.”
Sainz praised Vowles’ “very strong project” and leadership, which made him “fall in love with the project.” He acknowledged the “higher workload” but enjoys the process of building the team.
What’s next:
Sainz is eager to see the results of their collective efforts, looking forward to contributing significantly to Williams’ goal of returning to the front of the grid. His integration and performance will be key for the team’s sustained progress.