Dave Robson, the Head of Vehicle Performance at Williams Racing, admits the opening two races of the 2022 Formula 1 season have been frustrating for the team.
Neither Alexander Albon nor Nicholas Latifi saw the chequered flag in the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, with the former retiring late on with a puncture after contact with Lance Stroll, while the latter crashed out early on after hitting the wall at the final turn.
Williams remain pointless after the races in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, one of only two teams not to break into the top ten so far in 2022, although Robson felt Albon could have been a contender for the points had he cleanly passed Aston Martin Aramco Cognizant F1 Team driver Stroll.
“A very frustrating end to three weeks away from home for the team,” said Robson. “We completed a one-stop race with Alex using the preferred hard tyre for most of the race.
“Alex did well to manage his tyres during a long stint and through several safety car periods. There was a lot of attrition at this event, which we were expecting, and Alex was nearly able to benefit.