Heading into Formula One's new era, few carried as much optimism as Williams. Having finished fifth in the 2025 Constructors' Championship, James Vowles' long-term rebuild appeared to be gathering momentum. Carlos Sainz had settled into the team during his debut season, Alexander Albon continued to produce some of the grid's most impressive midfield performances, and Williams had shifted its focus to the 2026 regulations earlier than many of its rivals.

Sainz finishes P12 on home soil in Barcelona, admitting Williams are "probably even further back than we thought" after a painful weekend.

Sainz scraped into Q2 as the lowest qualifier through Q1 at his Barcelona home race, admitting the Williams is far off the pace — but banking on Sunday's chaos for points.

For Spain’s home hero Carlos Sainz, the 2026 Formula One season isn’t going quite the way he’d like yet. He’s only finished in the points a couple of times, and is yet to get a better finish than ninth place.

Williams reserve Luke Browning will drive the FW48 in Free Practice 1 at Barcelona and Austria, marking his first outing in the 2026-spec car.

Williams drivers Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz reaffirmed their faith in James Vowles' long-term vision, insisting they remain committed despite a difficult 2026 season.

Williams became the next team on the 2026 grid to reveal their colours, incorporating their traditional blue in a modern look.

Reviewing Williams’ 2025 success and looking back on the team’s history following the announcement of their rebrand for 2026.