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Williams is reportedly thinking about replacing Logan Sargeant after his crash at the Dutch Grand Prix caused significant damage and disrupted qualifying. This incident has put Sargeant's position as the second driver under scrutiny, with former F1 drivers like Mick Schumacher,&nbsp;son of seven-time F1 world champion Michael Schumacher, emerging as potential replacements. Since leaving Haas at the end of 2022, Schumacher has served as a reserve driver for Mercedes and competed in the World Endurance Championship with Alpine.

Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff supports the idea of Schumacher joining Williams this season, believing it would benefit both the driver and the team. As speculation around Sargeant's future continues, fans are eager to see if Williams will make a decisive change to its driver lineup.

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Wolff said, 'I would very much hope that Mick gets the chance because we haven’t seen the real Mick. You’re not winning F4, F3 and F2 and then you’re not performing in F1… I think he deserves a chance. 'If the opportunity would be at Williams, it’s something that we would be cheering for. But it’s [Team Principal] James Vowles’s decision.'

<h2>F1: Liam Lawson to Williams?</h2>

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Liam Lawson, Red Bull's reserve driver, is also being considered for a full-time return to Formula 1 in 2025. The New Zealander could potentially join either the main Red Bull Racing team or its sister team, AlphaTauri.

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According to Auto Motor Und Sport, Red Bull is considering having Lawson finish the current season with Williams to evaluate Sergio Perez and Daniel Ricciardo before finalising their 2025 driver lineup. This would also give Lawson valuable racing experience after his 2023 stint with AlphaTauri.

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner is open to partnering with Williams, hinting that a deal could happen if the terms suit both teams. As the season progresses, we'll see if Lawson secures a full-time F1 seat in 2025.

F1: Sargeant's Seat in Jeopardy at Williams—Schumacher or Lawson as Potential Replacements for Monza?

Williams is reportedly considering whether to replace Logan Sargeant after his latest accident during the Dutch GP weekend at Zandvoort.

Max Verstappen, piloting the upgraded Red Bull RB20, set the fastest time during the first free practice session for the Japanese Grand Prix at Suzuka. This practice was the second in a row to be disrupted by a red flag, which was caused by a crash involving a driver from the Williams team. During the first practice session (FP1), Logan Sargeant, while using soft tyres, lost control of his car at Turn 7. He veered off the track and grazed the grass on the outside of the left turn before colliding with the barriers.

This tragedy worsens Williams' difficulties, as they are already confronting shortages of components as a result of a rough winter and prior damage sustained in Australia. Sargeant was driving a rebuilt monocoque that had been damaged in Albon's accident in Melbourne, which highlighted the team's limits in terms of resources.

As soon as the American's FW46 was returned to the pits, the mechanics noticed the front suspension and gearbox were severely damaged. Both components must be changed for the rest of the weekend. Logan's car is being fixed quickly so he can take part in Free Practice 2. Still, there's doubt about whether they'll be able to finish in time.

Despite the disappointment, Albon demonstrated potential by placing 12th in the session. The apologetic tone of Sergeant over the radio highlights his acute awareness of the potential repercussions of the incident, particularly given the team's constrained resources. The squad faces a tough road ahead since Williams is not likely to have a backup chassis until the May Miami GP.

<h2>F1 Japanese Grand Prix: The Close Battle Behind Red Bull</h2>

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There's no doubt that there will, be a fears battle between McLaren and Ferrari at Suzuka. The <a href="https://www.autox.com/motorsport-news/f1-japanese-grand-prix-heres-when-where-and-how-to-watch-2024-suzuka-race-in-india-116692/">McLaren&nbsp;MCL38</a> will be incredible in high-speed bends, where Ferrari took the lead when Carlos Sainz, who won the Australian GP, recorded the third-best time, just 0.213 seconds behind Red Bull's fastest time. Meanwhile, McLaren's Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris finished the session in eighth and 10th places, respectively. Their runs on soft tyres were disrupted by a red flag.&nbsp;

As the cooling requirements at Suzuka for the <a href="https://www.autox.com/motorsport-news/f1-japanese-grand-prix-heres-when-where-and-how-to-watch-2024-suzuka-race-in-india-116692/">Japanese Grand Prix</a>&nbsp;have&nbsp;decreased, McLaren has made slight changes to its brake ducts, while Ferrari has implemented a new rear wing with increased downforce.

Contrary to expectations, Mercedes demonstrated remarkable speed, with George Russell and Lewis Hamilton achieving the fourth and fifth best times. Hamilton's lap, which was completed immediately before the red flag incident, was only 0.487 seconds behind the fastest lap, with Russell slightly ahead. A heated struggle is about to take place at Suzuka, as McLaren, Ferrari, and Mercedes are ready to challenge Red Bull's dominance.

F1 Japanese Grand Prix: Logan Sargeant Crashes His Williams FW46 in Suzuka FP1

In the First free practice session of the Japanese Grand Prix, Williams driver Logan Sargeant veered off the track, resulting in significant damage to his FW46. This incident occurred with 25 minutes remaining in the session.

Logan Sargeant will pilot the chassis involved in Alex Albon's accident at the Australian Grand Prix during the upcoming race in Japan. Williams found themselves in a bind as they hadn't constructed an extra chassis following Albon's incident at Melbourne's Albert Park track during practice. Consequently, the team was constrained to operate with just a single vehicle from Saturday onwards, while the damaged FW46 was dispatched back to the UK for initial assessment and repairs.

Albon replaced Sargeant in the race after Williams strategically withdrew Sargeant to bolster their competitiveness in the fiercely contested midfield. Although the team managed to repair the damaged monocoque in time for the upcoming Suzuka race, Williams doesn't anticipate having an additional chassis available until the Miami Grand Prix in early May. The decision to switch drivers at the Australian Grand Prix was justified by Williams, who asserted that Albon had a higher probability of scoring points compared to Sargeant. This assertion is supported by statistical evidence, which reveals Albon's 27-1 superiority over his American counterpart since they became teammates last year.&nbsp;

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Sargeant personally confirmed the news to the source, stating that he will utilize the repaired chassis formerly <a href="https://www.autox.com/motorsport-news/f1-williams-livery-for-2024-revealed-alex-albon-and-logan-sargeant-set-to-compete-with-fw46-race-car-116053/">driven by Albon</a>, while Albon will enjoy the advantage of piloting an undamaged chassis in Japan. According to the latest update, the chassis repair surpassed expectations, and Williams foresees no further issues.&nbsp;

<h2>Fans Demand Fair Treatment for Logan Sargeant</h2>

Initially, fans saw the events of the <a href="https://www.autox.com/motorsport-news/f1-australian-grand-prix-ferraris-carlos-sainz-wins-in-melbourne-verstappen-hamilton-retires-116588/">Australian Grand Prix</a> as unfair for Sargeant. However, further revelations have further exacerbated their opinion, now seeing it as a clear and deliberate disregard for the driver. A multitude of individuals used various social media platforms to articulate their discontentment with the decision, categorising it as a 'disgrace' on the part of the team.

&nbsp;Given that there are no more chassis available until Miami, it is probable that the unfair of Sargeant will continue. Furthermore, the continuous lack of respect for the 23-year-old has the potential to create tension with the team's American sponsors, which might result in extra financial difficulties for <a href="https://www.autox.com/motorsport-news/f1-williams-extends-mercedes-formula-1-engine-deal-until-2030-115811/">Williams</a>, who is currently in urgent need of more cash.&nbsp;

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F1 Japanese Grand Prix: Williams' Sargeant to Race with Albon's Rebuilt Chassis, No Spare Until Miami

Logan Sargeant is set to compete in the Japanese Grand Prix using the rebuilt chassis that was damaged by his Williams teammate, Alex Albon, just two weeks ago.

In the upcoming 2024 Formula 1 season, Logan Sargeant is set to continue his journey with the Williams team, ensuring that the entire Grand Prix grid remains unchanged for the next year. Williams has decided to keep Sargeant on board despite his rocky debut season, which was characterised by both achievements and failures. Sargeant's performance, which included securing one critical point, was instrumental in the decision.

With the help of teammate Albon's 27 points and Sargeant's one point, Williams climbed from last place in the Formula 1 constructors' standings to an impressive seventh place in 2023. Sargeant was vital to the team's success, and this accomplishment shows that.

Prior to his debut in Formula 1, Sargeant won races in Formula 4, Formula 3, and Formula 2, where he finished in a respectable fourth place in 2022. Those three drivers—Felipe Drugovich of Aston Martin, Sauber's Theo Pourchaire, and Liam Lawson of Red Bull—were ahead of him in the standings.

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<h2>F1: Williams’ 2024 Drivers Announcement</h2>

In their official statement, Williams underscored Sargeant's demonstration of the vital speed necessary for excelling at the highest echelons of the sport, noting his continuous refinement of foundational skills with each passing race.

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Team principal James Vowles stated: “I am pleased to continue our journey with Logan into the 2024 season. Logan has demonstrated immense skill whilst under the pressure of the world stage, making him a perfect fit for our team. We have great confidence in his abilities and believe that together we can achieve even greater success in the upcoming season."

Logan shared following the announcement: "I am thrilled to be continuing with Williams Racing for the 2024 season. It has been an incredible journey with the team so far, and I am grateful for the opportunity to continue developing as a driver within such a talented and dedicated group. We have exciting plans for the future, and I can't wait to contribute to the team's success in the coming year."

By keeping Sargeant, they have a driver who will know the team well and, with a good pre-season, should be in good shape to make the most of the new car – when there may well be some low-hanging fruit and thus the chance for some valuable points – in the early races.

Sargeant reached a major milestone by earning his first Formula 1 point at the United States Grand Prix in October, even though he was often beaten by Albon, losing 22-0 in the Williams qualifying head-to-head. He became the first American to accomplish this in Formula 1 in 30 years with this victory. As a whole, the young driver was improving, which was something that Vowles praised.

<h2>F1: Complete 2024 Grid&nbsp;</h2>

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			<td height="20" width="113">Team</td>
			<td width="250">Drivers</td>
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			<td height="20">Red Bull</td>
			<td>Max Verstappen, Sergio Perez</td>
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			<td height="20">Mercedes</td>
			<td>Lewis Hamilton, George Russell</td>
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			<td height="20">Ferrari</td>
			<td>Charles Leclerc, Carlos Sainz</td>
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			<td height="20">McLaren</td>
			<td>Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri</td>
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			<td height="20">Aston Martin</td>
			<td>Fernando Alonso, Lance Stroll</td>
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			<td height="20">Alpine</td>
			<td>Pierre Gasly, Esteban Ocon</td>
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			<td height="20">Williams:&nbsp;</td>
			<td>Alexander Albon, Logan Sargeant</td>
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			<td height="20">AlphaTauri</td>
			<td>Yuki Tsunoda, Daniel Ricciardo</td>
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			<td height="20">Sauber</td>
			<td>Valtteri Bottas, Zhou Guanyu</td>
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			<td height="20">Haas</td>
			<td>Nico Hulkenberg, Kevin Magnussen</td>
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The 2024 grid is now full after Williams finalised their lineup. With the exception of Daniel Ricciardo, the lineup has not changed from the 20 drivers who began the 2023 season at the Bahrain Grand Prix. He replaced Nyck de Vries as AlphaTauri's seatholder in the middle of the season.

F1: Williams Retains Logan Sargeant for 2024 Season

Williams has officially confirmed that Logan Sargeant will retain his position with the team for the 2024 season, as the Grove-based outfit extends the American racer's contract following his debut season.

Williams has unveiled the livery that will be used on its FW45 cars for Singapore, Japanese, and Qatar Grands Prix this year, as decided by a fan poll that received 180,000 submissions. Williams fans were given the opportunity to vote on four different liveries for the cars of Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant, with the winner being the "Bolder than Bold" design. The competition was held in conjunction with Gulf Oil International. Williams Racing will also be displaying an FW45 demonstration vehicle in the livery this weekend at the annual Goodwood Festival of Speed in the United Kingdom. Gulf was excited to repeat the eye-catching experiment it ran at Monaco in 2021 as a McLaren partner, but this time it left the ultimate decision up to Williams fans to select the winning livery.

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<h2>F1: Williams Special Livery for British Grand Prix</h2>

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Williams debuted yet another unique paint scheme at the British Grand Prix last weekend, as the team began preparations for the upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix, when they will complete their 800th Grand Prix. Williams' 800th race, initially set for the Silverstone weekend, was shifted to Hungary due to the postponement of the Emilia-Romagna Grand Prix in Imola. However, Williams decided to keep the livery on the car for both race weekends so that the team could continue celebrating its anniversary in front of its British fans at Silverstone. For the races in Singapore, Japan, and Qatar, Williams will wear the fan-voted Gulf livery, which stands in stark contrast to the 800th race celebratory livery.

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Thanks to Alex Albon's strong showing, Williams enjoyed a successful weekend at the British Grand Prix. Logan Sergeant also turned up some impressive sessions. They improved their Constructors' Championship standing to eighth, which is almost as high as they could go this season.

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<h2>F1: Daniel Ricciardo to Make Formula 1 Return with AlphaTauri</h2>

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De Vries's disappointing debut with the Italian team resulted in his dismissal from the team on Tuesday, following just 10 Formula One races. After the announcement of De Vries' departure, AlphaTauri announced that Red Bull's third driver, Daniel Ricciardo, would take over for the remainder of the 2023 season. De Vries was chosen by Red Bull to replace Pierre Gasly, who departed for Alpine.

The AlphaTauri's first choice, IndyCar race winner Colton Herta, was unable to get an F1 super licence, so they settled for their second-best driver. After scoring points on his debut at the Italian Grand Prix after subbing for Albon, De Vries seemed to be a viable substitute.

F1: Williams Reveals Special Gulf Livery Chosen by Formula 1 Fans for Singapore, Japan and Qatar

The winning fan-designed livery, which will be used for three Formula 1 races, was unveiled by Gulf and Williams Racing. The 'Bolder than Bold' design will be featured on Alex Albon's and Logan Sargeant's FW45s after a fierce struggle and a gruelling final round.

Logan Sargeant

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