IN PHOTOS: Sainz's first Williams drive

An exclusive look inside Carlos Sainz's first time behind the wheel of Williams Racing machinery

Published

02 JAN 2025

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Just hours after the 2024 season finale, Carlos Sainz shifted his focus to the future.

The incoming Williams driver got his first taste of Grove machinery, taking the FW46 for a some laps around Abu Dhabi’s Yas Marina Circuit.

Now, for the first time, you can explore photos from his maiden outing in Williams blue.

A new number on the FW46.

Getting set for some more laps.

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