F1 News: Ferrari release Sainz Jr to Williams for post-season test

Williams Racing announced today that Carlos Sainz Jr. has been released by Ferrari and will join the team for the upcoming Abu Dhabi end-of-season test, marking the first steps in his preparations for the 2025 season.

This early opportunity will allow both Sainz Jr. and Williams to begin building their relationship.

The test session will provide a valuable chance for Sainz Jr. to begin integrating into his new team environment, and he will drive the FW46 for the first time.

Carlos will drive for Williams alongside Alex Albon in 2025, forming one of the most formidable driver line-ups on the grid.

Sainz can now jump straight from Ferrari’s SF-24 to testing Williams FW46 in the Abu Dhabi test that will take place two days after the 2024 season finale