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In 1993, Williams Racing developed a revolutionary CVT gearbox for their F1 car, which kept the engine at maximum power for better performance, but it was banned by FIA before it could compete, marking a unique moment in motorsport innovation.
Franco Colapinto has been cleared to race in the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a severe 50G crash during qualifying. The Williams driver crashed into the barriers, causing significant damage and a delay for repairs. After medical evaluation, he was deemed fit to race, starting from the pit lane due to car repairs. Colapinto's original 14th grid position means other drivers will move up a spot.
Franco Colapinto has been cleared to race in the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a heavy crash during qualifying, where he hit the Turn 16 barriers and experienced an impact over 50G. Despite the severe damage to his car, which required breaking parc ferme rules for repairs, Colapinto will start from the pitlane. Williams Racing expressed relief over his health and praised their team for the overnight repairs. The incident raises concerns about the team's spare parts availability for the upcoming races in Qatar and Abu Dhabi.
Franco Colapinto experienced a severe crash during the Las Vegas Grand Prix qualifying, registering an impact of over 50G. The incident occurred when he clipped a wall, causing significant damage to his Williams car and delaying the session for barrier repairs. Colapinto's participation in the race is uncertain pending a medical evaluation, as Williams focuses on his health and the car's condition.
Williams Racing's team principal, James Vowles, admits that benching American driver Logan Sargeant in favor of Alex Albon for the Australian Grand Prix was a difficult decision, but necessary due to the team's focus on scoring points in the tight competitive order. Vowles acknowledges the challenge of rebuilding Sargeant's confidence but emphasizes the team's support for him. He believes that Sargeant's confidence will return once he gets back in the car and performs well.
American driver Logan Sargeant has signed a contract extension with Williams Racing for the 2024 Formula 1 season. Despite a mixed rookie campaign, Sargeant's performance and improvements convinced the team to retain him. Williams praised his fundamental speed and expressed confidence in his abilities. Sargeant scored his first point in F1 at the United States Grand Prix, becoming the first American to do so in 30 years.
American driver Logan Sargeant will not participate in the sprint race at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to car damage sustained in the sprint shootout qualifying session earlier the same day. Sargeant crashed heavily on the exit of Turn 15 at the end of Q1, sustaining significant damage to the right-hand side of his Williams car. Williams withdrew Sargeant's car from the sprint race, which will not affect his participation in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix on Sunday where he is due to start 14th on the grid.