Williams
Carlos Sainz
The "Smooth Operator" leads Williams' resurgence. Known for his strategic intelligence, Sainz is the perfect architect for the team's future.
Number
55
Wins
4
Poles
6
Titles
0
Career Summary
Carlos Sainz is one of the most intelligent drivers on the grid. After stints at Toro Rosso, Renault, McLaren, and Ferrari, he brings a wealth of experience to Williams.
He is famous for calling his own strategy from the cockpit, often outsmarting the pit wall. His victory in Singapore 2023, where he tactically managed the gap to Lando Norris to keep the Mercedes behind, is considered a modern classic.
Team History
2025 - PresentWilliams
2021 - 2024Ferrari
2019 - 2020McLaren
2017 - 2018Renault
2015 - 2017Toro Rosso
Key Moments
- The Strategist: Frequently overrules team strategy calls to secure better results.
- Singapore 2023: The only non-Red Bull driver to win a race in the dominant 2023 season.
- Consistency: Rarely crashes and is known for bringing the car home in the points.