Sainz reveals real reason for joining Williams

[Saba Sports News] Spanish driver Carlos Sainz, who joined the Williams team this season, recently revealed the reason for his move in a media interview, marking the first time he has publicly discussed the matter. Sainz stated that the key reason for choosing Williams was the Mercedes engine. With the major F1 rule reset in 2026, confidence in the new power unit solidified his decision to sign this forward-looking contract. This season, Williams has achieved impressive results with Sainz’s efforts, helping the team climb to fifth place in the constructors’ championship. Sainz expressed great satisfaction with this: “From ninth to fifth, this is a huge improvement. It might be too early to talk about winning races next year, but we are fully capable of competing with Ferrari, Mercedes, and Red Bull.” The editor believes that Sainz’s addition to Williams has boosted the competitiveness of this mid-field team. Williams has now become the leader among mid-field teams, closely following the top four, which undoubtedly enhances the excitement of F1 races and adds diversity to the competitive landscape, making the races more suspenseful.