Source: REUTERS/Jaimi Joy
[Saba Sports News] The upcoming 2024 F1
Australian Grand Prix is set to take place this weekend. During the first
practice session, Alexander Albon of the Williams team had a crash that
resulted in significant damage to his car’s chassis, rendering it unable to
continue participating in the remaining races. The damaged car will be
transported back to the Williams team’s headquarters in Grove for repairs.
Since the team did not bring an additional chassis to Australia, they have made
the decision for Albon to use the chassis originally assigned to the second
driver, Logan Sargeant, for both the first and second practice sessions
throughout the weekend. As a result, Sargeant will be observing from the
sidelines. Williams team principal, James Vowles, acknowledged that this
situation highlights the team’s shortcomings in preparation during the winter
break and the need for significant changes to strengthen the team’s future
position. Following the team’s decision, Albon expressed his gratitude to his
teammate, Sargeant. Sargeant himself referred to this as the most challenging
moment of his career. Since March 23rd also marks Albon’s 28th birthday, the
pressure will be on him as he competes using his teammate’s chassis. If Albon
fails to secure points in the Australian Grand Prix, he may face criticism from
fans.