The new Williams was unveiled in Groove after the team’s major absence in Barcelona: here are the team’s prospects for the new season.
In Montmeló, they had been the big absentee due to delays in the development schedule of Groove’s new car. Today, February 3, 2026, however, employees are excited, the team principal is full of optimism for the new season, and the drivers can’t wait to hit the track with the first car of this new era of Formula 1. At the UK headquarters, everything is ready for the presentation of the Williams FW48, already looking ahead to the upcoming pre-season tests in Bahrain, where the car will hit the track to ensure everything is ready for the first race weekend at Albert Park.
After a very difficult 2024, the team led by James Wolves finished last season in fifth place behind Scuderia Ferrari, bringing several podiums to Groove, signed by Carlos Sainz. Looking ahead to the challenges of the new year, Williams’ team principal was optimistic, despite the early stage of this season, and stated:
“2026 is the next step in the journey back to the top for the Atlassian Williams F1 Team as we enter a new era for the sport, and we are excited for the season ahead.”
“We have a great driver line-up, some new and fantastic partners, a fan base that continues to grow, and we want to build on the success tasted last year, but we are not naïve about the challenge ahead of us. No one knows exactly what will happen at the first race, but we can’t wait to find out, and we hope our fans will love supporting us with this fantastic new livery,” Wolves continued.
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“It’s always special to see a new livery for the first time, and the FW48 is incredible. The design really stands out – it is bold, modern, and unmistakably the Atlassian Williams F1 Team. I can’t wait for the fans to see it on track and support us in 2026 ” said Alex Albon.
Carlos Sainz added: “The FW48 livery is a real statement of our intentions for 2026. The design celebrates the legacy of the Atlassian Williams F1 Team while embracing a fresh and dynamic look for the new era. I’m excited to race with this livery and share the excitement with fans around the world: their support truly makes a difference as we continue our journey together! ”
Photo: Atlassian Williams F1 Team.
