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Carlos Sainz’s DRS Tactic Helps Williams Climb to Fifth in Constructors’ Standings

Sainz executed a team-directed DRS strategy at the Saudi Arabian GP, securing crucial points for Williams alongside teammate Alex Albon.

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Overview

  • Carlos Sainz employed a team-mandated DRS tow strategy to keep Alex Albon within range and fend off Racing Bulls' Isack Hadjar during the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix.
  • The tactic resulted in a double-points finish for Williams, with Sainz in eighth and Albon in ninth, contributing six points to the team's tally.
  • Williams leapfrogged Haas to claim fifth place in the Constructors’ Championship, now holding 25 points after the race.
  • Sainz admitted feeling nervous about the maneuver on Jeddah's high-speed track but praised the team’s call after its successful execution.
  • This strategy builds on Sainz's 2023 Singapore GP innovation, showcasing his strategic value to Williams since his move from Ferrari for the 2025 season.