During testing in Abu Dhabi, Williams worked with two drivers who will be defending the team’s colors next season – Alex Albon got behind the wheel in tire testing and debutant Logan Sargent as part of the youth team. In total, the riders completed 200 laps and the team was satisfied with the work done.
Dave Robson, Chief Engineer: “We had a very productive day closing out the 2022 season. Both machines worked flawlessly, allowing Alex and Logan to complete their scheduled programs.
Alex tested and evaluated the tires under different fuel loads and track temperatures. Logan gained his first full day of testing experience in Formula 1 and also evaluated the 2023 tyres. We were able to do a lot more with him than in the first practice in the Grand Prix. He did an excellent job, which set the stage for the pre-season test in February.
Lap times meant nothing today because every rider worked according to his program. However, it was nice to see both drivers put in a lot of fast laps on soft tyres. Logan was a great pilot and fully deserved that his best time is almost the same as Alex’s.”
Alex Albon (6th): “In today’s tests after the end of the season, we were able to cover a great distance and everything went according to plan. We have tested all the compounds for next year and collected a lot of information that will have to be analyzed over the winter to understand the differences in tyres. In fact, the differences are not that great.
The hard work starts today – we need to come to Bahrain as prepared as possible. I am confident that the information gathered today will help us do this.”
Logan Sargent (7th): “The day went well. We did everything we planned and drove all the necessary laps. At the end of the day, I felt as comfortable as possible behind the wheel. It was great to train behind the wheel all day, not just one training session.
My season is not over yet – a lot has to happen in the next three months to prepare for the next season. I will spend a lot of time in the gym, on the simulator and on the Grove base to be as prepared as possible. I can’t wait to get back on track for winter testing ahead of my first season in Formula 1.”
Source: F1 News
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