Carlos Sainz: Williams driver signs multi-year contract extension to remain with team in 2027 and beyond

Carlos Sainz has signed a multi-year contract extension with Williams that will keep him with the team for the 2027 Formula 1 season and beyond.

The Spaniard had expressed doubt over his future with Williams amid a second campaign with the team that has failed to deliver the strong results of 2025, which makes his decision to sign a multi-year deal something of a surprise.

Wednesday's announcement came a day after the team had confirmed that Sainz's team-mate Alex Albon had signed a one-year extension to remain with the team for the 2027 season, with both drivers' previous deals having been set to expire at the end of 2026.

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Sainz said: "I'm thrilled to announce my continued journey with the Atlassian Williams F1 Team family!

"I truly believe in the people that form this team, both at the factory and at the racetracks, and the investments and hard work that are happening in the background.

"We have what it takes to turn this around together. I'm as committed as I was on day one to helping get Williams back to where it belongs, and I look forward to creating more memories with the team."

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