Albon hails Vowles’ new contract as ‘great vote of confidence’

Alex Albon has hailed James Vowles' long-term contract extension with Williams as a significant "vote of confidence" for the entire team. The Thai driver praised Vowles' direct, honest, and effective leadership, crediting him for steering the squad in a positive direction since joining from Mercedes in early 2023. Williams' improved fortunes this season underscore Vowles' impact, with the team currently P5 in the Teams' Championship and already accumulating more points than their combined total over the past three years. While a podium remains an outside chance, Albon acknowledged their improved position among the top midfield teams. He remains optimistic about the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix, despite recent challenges.