“We need clarity from the FIA on what they are trying to tell us,” he said. Albon said the subject of freedom of speech had been discussed between the drivers but “not too much”. Williams finished last in 2022 and Albon said the team’s aim this season was to score points more regularly. “I am sure he can bring a lot to the table,” Albon said. It’s nice to see what he thinks and where the team can be,” Albon said. “We don’t think we will come out of the blocks flying,” Albon said. “It was difficult at times, but obviously worth it in the end,” Sargeant said.

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