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Sainz and Albon admit Williams 2026 targets out of reach

First reported 5 days, 11 hours ago · latest 3 days, 9 hours ago

Williams drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon conceded their 2026 targets are now unattainable after a difficult first half, speaking on the team's podcast before the summer break.

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How the sources differ

F1i leads on the sobering assessment, Motorsport Week focuses on Albon's worry of regression, and Motorsport.com adds detail from the team's podcast. No official FIA document is present.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete account, including the podcast context and both drivers' quotes, with an image.

Sainz and Albon admit Williams 2026 targets out of reach

How the sources differ

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