Alex Albon Returns to F1, Signing with Williams for 2022
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- Alex Albon will return to the Formula 1 grid in 2022 after securing a deal to race with Williams, with the British team also confirming Nicholas Latifi will stay on for a third campaign.
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Alex 'Albono' Albon is back! Its a great chance for him to prove himself again in Formula 1, but it is the right choice for Williams? With Latifi also announced to partner Albon in 2022 where will they finish in 2022?
Any feedback on todays video is greatly appreciated as always, have a great week guys and enjoy the weekend back at Monza!
Should have picked Gasly and De Vrees both are really good drivers
Good to see LEC,RUS,NOR,ALB race together.
@@WeMadBros Gasly's focus seems to be Red Bull but he did take a peek at Alpine. Albon beat de Vries once and Albon does have experience. Perhaps Williams were more keen on stability or Toto Wolff would've insisted Williams sign De Vries.
@@WeMadBros lol devrees is not good enough for F1 u dumb haha, mazespin would do better than him In the same car
Russel is on a league on his own, he sort himself out then puts a word for his mate, pure class.
Williams said Alex was their first choice. I don't see that as a coincidence, maybe Georgie had some say into it.
@@ralffe3465
He could have
Was he pure class when he went to slap Bottas after that huge shunt last year?
@@jackwalsh4055 Hahaha. Someone's a Bottas fanboy.
@@ralffe3465 when? The other day they said they had no preference.
This is a second opportunity for Alex Albon and I'm soo happy for him I wish him all the best with Williams.
The dream is true, Geroge to Merc, Albono is Back, and Valtteri "The Porridge" Bottas is still in F1
My kids laugh when I say "porridge".."It's Oatmeal Dad!" 😉
But at what cost 😭
@@Cafferssss kimi retires do you accept the trade?
All we don’t have is Kimi but it was the right time for retirement
@@aroundtheoutside5189 all good things must come to an end, because everything ends
Glad to see Albon back in F1. Here's hoping Williams continue to improve their car next year so we can see more points for Williams.
Nothing indicates that Williams, Haas or Alfa Romero will be able to change their current position in the pecking order
Albon, George, Charles and Lando back together 😅. Was hoping De Vries got his chance in F1 this season
He may still join the grid with alfa romeo
Should be de vries in the seat albon should of done another year in f2
@@xtremegaming7331 another f2 season while having done 2 f1 seasons?😂
@@xtremegaming7331 stupidest comment
@@stefrubingh524 I meant when he came 3rd behind Norris and Russell and they got promoted
Next season will literally be the most legendary of our generation!
They say the same every single year.
In 1983 when they had a huge change in technical regulations we had five different winners in the first five races.. constructors that is. I can't recall if it was five different drivers
Williams will officially have the most polite lineup for 2022!
🤣
Gasly did say that Red Bull has full control over his position in F1 in 2022 due to his contract. He will be a free agent in 2023 if he chooses not to renew or extend his contract with Red Bull. I think Williams still have a chance to get Gasly in 2023, since both 2022 drivers only have 1 year contracts.
I think Williams is a downgrade for Gasly - if not red bull he would suit somewhere like Renault or McLaren
I think Gasly will replace Checo for '23
AlphaTauri currently has 84 points, Williams 20.
Everybody wants Gasly to leave AlphaTauri, but it’s a pretty decent team and there are no available seats in the better teams. He deserved to have Perez’s seat for 2022, but since that didn’t happen he has a good opportunity to show off his abilities in the AT in the meanwhile. I can see him driving for Alpine in 2023.
@@Brinta3 That won´t happen (Esteban Ocon has a three-year contact with Alpine)
@@ua697 alonso might retire
This is the announcement I wanted to hear! Super stoked for Alex to be back in F1 and I'm tired of hearing about George, everyones trying to act like they're surprised this dude couldn't keep his mouth shut, we knew months ago he was going to merc.
a fact a lot of people dont know is Alex Albon had the most overtakes on any other driver on the grid in 2020, in fact double the next driver
Well he had a very fast car and did not qualify well on Saturdays, Soooo, yes he passed a lot of slower cars all year…did you see Perez pass 19 cars to win in same car??
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Been subbed since 3k keep up the vids
Great choice for Williams, taking an F2 rookie could have risked dropping all their good momentum!
No offense but Hulk at Williams wasn't really an option. He is 34 and had a long career. Albon has done SIM and testing work over at Red Bull and actually his efforts helped developed this year's Red Bull car. That's something a rookie doesn't have. It's mostly likely why both Williams and Alfa Romeo was interested in signing Albon over Hulkenburg or a rookie. Williams is looking long term.
Let's go⚡
So excited
Cautioutsly(probably misspelled) optimistic for this pairing. Will be really interesting to see how this one spans out next year
Finally, the twitch quartet is reunited in F1
I really do think this was probably the best lineup for Williams. With the reg change keeping Latifi will add some stability, and he has been preforming way better. I think Alex will preform well in a little less stressful of an environment while also having something to prove.
I think Gio is fighting for his seat the next couple races then they will announce it
The Williams episode of drive to survive bout to be mad
Williams are probably looking to improve for the 2nd or 3rd year of the regulations change. Considering the love he's been getting from Horner, Perez, and Verstappen this year for his work in the simulator, I bet that had something to do with Williams being interested in him.
They probably don't think he will perform like a champion on race day, but they know he's played a part in helping RB develop and set up the winning car they have this year. So they're probably hoping Alex will help make them build a better car and not so much to win races.
Either way, I'm a huge fan so I'm happy to see him back.
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEESSSSSSSSSSSSSS! PURE JOYYYY!
What about Hulkenburg
Albon + Hulkinburg... Now that would have been a pairing!
Ik this is gonna be unpopular but I think de cries deserves the seat far more than albon
I so happy to see Alex back in F1. This was very much expected after Alpha Tauri announced that Piere and Yuki will stay for next season, that was sign for me that the negotiation between RB and Williams was done and Alex will be in Williams. Now I expect that Quali battle will be close between them since Alex isn't that strong in Quali but I think he will overall beat Latifi on Sunday. I just hope that Williams will be strong with the new reg. cars. They made huge progress since the new investment and I hope they will move more towards the middle and front with the new regulations.
I could cry, im so happy to see Alex coming back. i agree he has a lot to prove but i believe in him and think he really deserves this.
how many chances does it take ? whilst great drivers are getting missed out .
I doubt they would've been able to get Gasly, at least not without paying a lot of money. With Alphatauri no longer being purely the junior team they would want to keep someone who can deliver solid results. With Albon Williams gets a quality driver and maybe he comes with some Red Bull money or something as well. At least he probably wasn't that expensive.
You have a good point about Gasly. Whold have been å better option fore Williams.
inb4 Albono 2022 WDC
*everyone liked that*
I think Latifi has been under appreciated, tbh. He could have collapsed against Russell, but he kept on, and noticeably improved. I think he absolutely has earned at least another year at Williams, and there are other drivers (one in particular, two at a push) I would rather see go than him. I hope that the lads have a great year in '22, with both showing what they've got going for them. I'd be _very_ surprised if Nicholas hasn't been closely studying George's manner with the team, how he goes about trying to improve himself whilst having taken on the team lead role from day one, encouraging a deeply discouraged team until Dorilton took over (it's probably been a bit of an easier task since then. The crew seem to enjoy racing again :)). Don't be surprised if Nicholas takes over next year and is the one to keep pushing the team forward. I hope he does - and I hope Alex gets a great chance to show what he's truly made of.
Btw, has he had to leave Red Bull? That seemed to be Merc's reasonable request given that they provide the engines.
if yuki cant get it together by next season then I'm going to bet Albon will replace him given what I expect him to be able to do at Williams
Why would Albon want to go back to Alpha Tauri if he does well enough to be noticed by the better teams? What if McLaren want him to replace Ricciardo if he doesn't improve in 2022? What if Alpine need to find a replacement for the 41 year old Alonso (who won't race forever) ? Also, if Perez proves a disappointment yet again in 2022, why wouldn't Red Bull want to consider him for a second shot?
Let’s Goooooo
So much for Williams not being in a hurry and having tonnes of options. I can't say I'm confindend in the rise of Williams with the new regs after this...
YESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS
I think this is a great fit. Albon has great potential, and with a team that actually cares about him, can build him up and build around him, I think he’ll be a fighter. Happy my fellow Canuck Latifi continues on in F1, I think he has made a few decent steps this year, and now has a chance to move out of George’s rock star shadow. I’m hoping 1 out qualifying of Russell for Latifi this year.
I don’t agree that there was any chance for Gasly to move to Williams….this year. As others have stated, he’s under contract for the rest of next season, and I also don’t agree that bringing an older driver currently out of the sport back in is the best way forward. I think that Albon and Latifi are a good fit for right now. I wouldn’t be surprised if 1 or both are replaced next year, but I think Williams’s looked at who is available, who has F1 experience, because next year will be brutal on rookies with everything new going on, and went with these two young guys who’ve been in the game, know the foundations, and could be the future of the team if they show the performance is there. If they’re not working, well next year Gasly is out of contract, and a healthy contract could be a contender. Or maybe Sainz, who would be out of contract, especially if the Scuderia wants a Schumacher back in red. Perez perhaps if Red Bull wants to promote someone. Even Danny Ric if he doesn’t get a renewal. There more to choose from potentially next season. And honestly their first choice was probably Bottas, but he chose Alfa instead, so Albon is the runner up.
Prediction for the other Alfa seat… Mick Schumacher. I think that there’s nothing more he can learn at Haas other than how to deal with an awful teammate, and moving him to partner Bottas, who is a constructor championship winning driver, would be beneficial for Mick and Ferrari. Haas could then literally take anyone else to be Mazespins partner, like perhaps someone’s grandmother, and start getting some points next year.
I guess they didnt want 2 new drivers in the team just when we get new cars.
I would´ve personally preffered Hülkenberg because I always had a softspot for him , but I am happy for Albon.
I doubt that this pairing will see 2023 , but the market will be completly different till then and Williams will also have a benchmark on where they stand
ALBONOOOOOO
"Toto its Helmut, I have a gun"
Hoping Albon has a Ocon-esque return to F1, but it all depends on the car Williams is able to give Latifi and Albon with the new regulations. IMO, not a bad lineup for Williams with the recent upward trajectory for Latifi.
I was wondering why not Gasly as well. The only reason I think is maybe Gasly really didn't want to go, or dislikes to live in the UK. Or AT is genuinely going to be equal status next year as red bull.
Not to mention the contractual limitations, playing safe for 2022 is a no-brainer. You never know who might explode on to the scene with the new regs, we might get revelations in driver form, just because the cars will be so different. I reckon this was the best decision for Williams, Latifi will be a guy who knows the team well, and Alex, who seems to have a knack for development, and has a point to prove. As for some of the other teams mentioned (and not mentioned) - the Red Bull owned seat choices are all sensible, there was no real reason to bring Alex back. Replacing Sergio would be a shot in the foot, just doing the same thing they did to Pierre and Alex, Yuki probably deserves a chance to blossom and build on his raw ability, and for Pierre - he can adapt to the new machinery in a familiar environment, see what his limits are there, and then explore his options.
TLDR, it makes sense in general for teams to retain at least one of their 2021 drivers, so there is someone in the car, who at least doesn't need to learn where each button is on the steering wheel, while getting used to a different machine. Hence why, I reckon Alfa Romeo will keep Gio for one more year, at least, and hope that Valtteri can just jump in to the new car and perform (though I will still hope for a miracle, that Stoff somehow manages to find his way onto the grid).
Albon was in a toxic relationship that is Redbull. It will be good to see anyone move away from a relationship like that.
Devries Alfa Romeo they can’t keep Gio I don’t give a crap about last qualifying I will be Disappointed If they resigned Gio
Never mind qualifying, he is more often behind Kimi than in front of him in the races. Kimi has outscored Gio for three straight years now. Considering that Kimi is in his 40's and merely "driving as a hobby" a driver in his late 20's (their prime) not being able to consistently beating him I don't know why they should keep Gio. Qualifying alone is not very useful unless a driver can make something out of that in the races themselves. Jarno Trulli was a fantastic qualifier (4 poles, put a Toyota on pole twice) but his race pace was lacking.
I believe that Gio will become the "token Italian Ferrari test driver" like others before him.
Rather see Hulkenburg in a seat
Hope the Haas’ don’t take e him too hard!
Some times do I wonder if people understand f1. The hate towards Albon and Gasly has been ridiculous, they were almost rookies when they stepped in to that RB that oversteers like crazy not even Checo can handle it and he was one of the absolute best drivers last year.
I my opinion the 2022 car regulations should improve racing . So if i was a f1 team i would like a man that is not afraid to go wheel to wheel and overtake in unusual places like albon .sure he struggled against verstappen but look at perez and gasly they also got dominated by verstappen . albons last race with redbull was not a bad one putting pressure on the merc's and getting close to a podium i always had a what if senario in mind . if he could have done that the entire if not most of that season he would still be in that redbull . I think and hope he can revive his f1 career just like gasly did prove the doubters wrong and have a long and succesfull career with williams
I don’t rate Albon very high and I’m surprised Williams have signed Albon rather than bringing in a more experienced driver like Magnussen or Hulkenberg (as mentioned in the video). I guess let’s see how Albon performs and I’m glad it’s only a 1 year deal because if Albon flops this year, Williams could sign a more experienced driver like the drivers I’ve mentioned above. I did think Hulkenberg would get the call up as he’s been linked with Williams many times
albon comes back gr goes merc and valtteri goes to alfa but kimi retires do you accept the trade?
what do you mean albon has been the development driver for the 22 redbull car
Perseverance, well done Alex Albon!
Albon is one of the best drivers out there no doubt about that, I just hope Williams can give him a car to prove it 🇬🇧🇹🇭🙏😎🏁
Nico hulkenberg is done stop talking about past drivers who botched their opportunities the score podiums and victories.
Broooo!!! Let’s gooo!!! I hope Alex feels comfortable will less pressure than RB and Max. Help him get his feet wet and comfortable at the level he’s at and capable of being . LETS GO LIL BRO!!!! #alexalbon
Alex is old af and can’t handle pressure? So why is he in F1 then? He should do gardening instead!
I am neither a fan (meaning they are not my favorites, not I do not like them) of Albon or Checko but I think you underestimate Albon here. If you compare Albons year at RB (which was just his second year in F1) and Checkos season so far - Albon was not that far off and without the hit by Hamilton, when Albon was in a good position to win a race, he would have had a victory too. I think Albon was a good choice but I question Merc will be happy with it. Might we hear an anouncement from Williams to switch to the RedBull engine?
For me it still seems Max is the only driver able to get full performance out of the RB.
Williams may have a great history but it wasn't with these owners or management team so they, along with the drivers, have a lot to prove.
If Albon does not outperform his teammate at Williams (probably Latifi) I can't see him in F1 in 2023.
I hope we'll see a rookie in that second Alfa seat. I'm hoping for Shwartzman, or maybe Mick with Shwartzman taking his seat at Haas.
Robert Schwartzman is good but he doesn't stand out as top tier imo. Oscar Piastri or Theo Pourchaire seem like the could be although I could see Theo in particular being kept in F2 for another season to avoid a Tsunoda type situation.
Red Bull have only eyes for Verstapen, it would be a career breaking move for Gasly to return there.
In what concerns Williams, no its is no longer the old Williams, I am not sure a top driver would risk a long term contract with them for the moment. They first have to demonstrate they still have capacity to build a competitive car. If they succeed doing so, then next year, they will find themself in a much better position to attract top drivers for 2023.
I would say albon is better than gasly.
0:28, 9:46 - No, I'm not Arnoux.
just one seat left now. (technicall strolls seat is not confirmed but they always do that :S) every seat bar gio's is taken will their be no rookies in 2022??
I hope he comes back with a vengeance
Good for Albon to be back. However, who's going to run crash reenactments for Red Bull now
Albon is a monster.. you just wait
So in short RB doesn't want Albon on their seats but want to keep a leash on him just in case
Crazy how Bottas, George, and Albon announcements happen in only one week
Thats probably because everyone was waiting for Kimi to announce his retirement
Granted albon struggled in his second season at red bull but the media and fans were killing him for it, at least they've given Perez some breathing space when he's struggling now
That's because Verstappen is currently leading the world championship. Had he not, you can be sure a lot of people would scapegoat Perez. Most likely the Verstappen fans. Most of his fans don't care whether Red Bull wins the constructors' title or not as long as Verstappen is champion.
Would have been fun for them to hire a rising rookie IMO
De Vries, Zhou, Piastri etc would have been great. I think you are correct my friend!
I think the praise he's been getting for being in the simulator this year has a lot to do with his hiring. Williams will be looking to build on this past year and a half and are probably looking to use him more as a car developing driver.
Williams could hit the lottery and have the fastest car on the grid next year but realistically, it probably won't happen. BUT. Having someone who is apparently a very good simulator and development driver may put them in a better place in the second/third year of regulations. I think Williams are looking to the next few seasons and probably don't expect much from him in races.
Whatever the case, I'm a huge Albon fan so I'm happy he's back in a seat.
@@WeMadBros de vries is overrated he is older than albon
@@sharkdash5563 Yes, a single year. "Older" indeed. Sigh.
@@WeMadBros albon deserves it over those guys.
Albon didn't win at the Red Bull Ring, Liam Lawson won both races. It was Nurburing where he won. Liam Lawson should fill in the gap at Alpha Tauri next year when either Gasly or Perez departs if he keeps up his current progress. Currently smashing Albon in DTM in the same machinery.
they can't sign Gasly because he is under contract
He had test driven the red bull
In 2023 Perez goes to Williams and one of Gasly, Alton and Tsunoda goes to Redbull. I think Williams wanted to sign Perez in 2022 but, since he was resigned by Redbull they had to sign Albon and Latifi.
Wish they (Williams) took back the Hulk…maybe he wasn’t keen.
I called this a long away back... I think Albon has the natural talent, and just needed a car similar to his 2019 RB car and time like Norris. I think Mercedes would actually LOVE to have an awesome #2 driver like Albon who knows can compete with both Russell and Norris and has had better pace than Lewis at least once or twice before. Until Lewis spun him.... as he does... I really think if Albon gets his F1 legs under him, Russell and Albon would be GREAT teammates for a while! They get along amazing and it would help Mercedes Media team too, bringing attention and laughs to the brand in the camera. As well as an awesome #2 driver, with potential to compete
What’s so marketable about George and Alex? There is virtually nothing exciting or entertaining about them.😴
@@blackgirlsrock264 Have you not seen what Carlos and Lando were able to do with and for McLaren??? They have brought in a whole new fan base, reached so many more people through their likeable media videos.. McLaren absolutely took advantage of their duo, and this same likable friendship exists with Russell and Albon. Different than the hard, angry at their teammate competition that is usually presented to the public. Internet media is still blowing up, like TH-cam and social media providers. These specific drivers have the right personality, age, and friendships to take advantage of the new media. It's huge promotion
Yes! Albon deserves an F1 seat and another chance. Very happy with this news & cheering him on - but probly not as happy as Tommo is going to be! ;-)
Glad for Latifi as well, he's earnt hs seat by performances not money this time. As fro the second AR seat, I think Italian Jesus Gio gets one final chance next year.
Throwing out some food for thought to you Dan, Mercedes have a reliable history of signing Williams drivers to replace an outgoing Mercedes driver. I doubt Lewis will retire next year though. I also admit either seem very unlikely to ever be a Mercedes driver but it is an interesting coincidence
Completely disagree with you. Albion is an underrated driver and will prove an excellent choice
I don't think Alex is a bad choice, I think Williams is a perfect place for him to be, I do however think this could be the only opportunity for Williams to sign Gasly with Alex also guaranteed an F1 return to Alpha Tauri that he deserves! :)
edit: Also I think Williams would have been better signing Alex to a multiyear deal, as suggested by @RayinSD
Exactly.... gasly and perez have not been any better in the rb
Underrated yet complained people ‘race him too hard’? How is he underrated with that mentality?
@@blackgirlsrock264 Fair point. Alex’s comment was made out of frustration under race conditions in an extremely difficult car to drive at the limit never mind defend positions
@@RacingReviews I agree a multi year deal would have been preferable. Red Bull understandably would not have wanted this as it would have limited their option to bring him back if needed. Gasly woul also have been an excellent choice but I likewise believe there may be mor for him to do at REd Bull as well.
Essentially they are trying to keep all the cards they can. Gasly to a Williams/Red Bull/VW team in the future seems a strong possibility with Albon returning.
Good he needs a drive
I think his win came at the nurburgring
KFC does Williams i guess , LOL
They been driving since they was young,so how the hell will they forget how to do it....
Albon is a great signing for Williams. The thing about Latifi being the best option for them and his money no longer being a influence on the decision is a absolute joke. Yes, he is extremely talented and has a great future in the sport. But not in a formula one car! The sooner he gets dropped & moves to Indy Car, the better. It should have been Nyck. He has proven to have the ability and he would have been the much better option between Latifi & himself
imagine if Albon performed like a beast and got the 2nd seat MERCEDES after Hamilton will retire.
JUST A THOUGHT
I also think that Nico Hulk should have been the driver for this Williams seat if they want to relive the glory days of Williams. And Nick De Vries should have been the 2nd driver, not Latifi. Albon is good but not at the experience level of Nico Hulk.
I’m just hoping Leclerc will win the championship in 2022
The problem is people compare Alex, Valtteri with Max and Lewis.
We shall see what he does. Wasn't impressed with him but just because I'm not doesn't mean someone else isn't.
I think Mercedes being comfortable having Albon in a Mercedes powered williams car even though he is from the redbull academy shows how confident they are in George and his abilities to keep Mercedes at the front.
Williams signing Albon has *nothing* do to with what Russell does or doesn't do at Mercedes. They simply needed to sign somebody experienced and who may have the quality they are looking for.
someone @ Tommo pls
He will be jumping out of excitement
I think you underestimate Albon.
#99 is going to stay in the Ferrari
Your background music is the same that another youtube channel uses where they make summaries of horror movies. Gave me the chills listening to your video.
I am divided by this; I kinda like this, but a part of me dislikes this when taking into a count how many drivers we could've seen instead of Albon..
Well that is a good point, but williams is Alex's last chance. Hulkenberg has a gig at Aston Martin etc and other drivers will find their own level in due course. That being said, I think that Alex will do just fine at williams and it will be the making of him.
He's a good lad and he deserves another chance. Particularly when this massive detour in his career was never his fault. The toxic morons at RB threw him in the deep end well before he was ready and THEN crucified him when he didn't end up becoming the quick fix they were hoping for.
Bottas will regret Alfa Romeo deal if Williams is much faster next season