Williams F1 Cars Disqualified from Singapore Grand Prix Qualifying
The Williams Racing team faced a setback at the Singapore Grand Prix as both their cars, driven by Alexander Albon and Carlos Sainz Jr., were disqualified from the qualifying session due to a technical infringement related to the DRS (Drag Reduction System).
Qualifying Results Reversed
During qualifying, Albon and Sainz initially secured 12th and 13th positions, respectively. However, a post-session inspection by the FIA technical team revealed that the DRS on both cars opened beyond the permitted maximum of 85mm. This violation led to their disqualification from the qualifying results, meaning they would start from the back of the grid.
George Russell ultimately secured pole position for the race, followed by Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri. The disqualification is a blow to Williams, who are aiming to consolidate their position in the constructors' championship.
Impact on Williams' Championship Hopes
The disqualification presents a significant challenge for the Williams team, especially as they are currently vying for 5th place in the constructors' championship. Their rivals, the Racing Bulls, with drivers Isack Hadjar and Liam Lawson, are set to start from 8th and 12th positions, respectively, giving them a good opportunity to score points. The Williams team will need to devise a strong strategy to recover from this setback and compete effectively in the race.
The team is now facing a difficult race on Sunday, needing to navigate through the field from the back of the grid.
