Williams fast-tracked Alex Albon’s F1 contract extension to ensure he was off the driver market amid the fallout triggered by Sebastian Vettel’s retirement ⏩ Full story ⬇️
The Thai-Brit has confirmed his deal was more hastily made public to act as a clear ‘hands off’ given the question marks over seats at Alpine,Asked by Autosport about the timing, Albon said: “That's probably the reason why it got sped up a little bit.
“Williams were the ones to give me the opportunity to get back into Formula 1. I have to say, I'm extremely thankful for that. I see a great future in front of Williams with the investment that's come in. “It was great to be able to sign the contract and to get that stability. It enables us basically to work more towards the future of the car and think of plans not just for this year, but beyond into next year.”
Autosport understands that final conversations need to be held with Red Bull to iron out the details of their relationship, but that Albon is no longer part of its driver roster. Having spent 2021 on the sidelines after being dropped by the championship leader, Albon was then effectively on loan to Williams.“But let's say going into next year, then that's me on my own with my backpack. I'm a Williams driver by myself. It doesn't make sense to be on loan.
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