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Vowles: Williams using ‘sticking plasters’ to fix FW47 balance flaws
© XPB Phillip van Osten
28/04/2025 at 11:5228/04/2025 at 12:02 Williams team principal James Vowles has admitted the team is battling a fundamental balance problem with its FW47, and will only be able to apply "a series of sticking plasters" to manage the issue during the current Formula 1 season. The team has made a strong start to the year, scoring 19 points across the first four rounds — already surpassing its points haul from the entirety of last season's record 24-race calendar. Despite the promising results, both Alex Albon and new signing Carlos Sainz have encountered persistent handling difficulties, particularly in slower corners. Sainz hinted at the issue...
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