Alex set for 100th Formula 1 race start in Austin

Alex Albon will make his 100th Formula 1 race start at the United States GP this Sunday, rounding off a week of Williams Racing celebrations to mark the milestone.

The 28-year-old Thai driver will carry a special commemorative logo on his FW46 across the Austin race weekend as he reaches a century of F1 Grands Prix.

Now in his fifth F1 season, Alex has scored 240 career points and two podiums with a best result of third at the 2020 Tuscan and Bahrain GPs.

He made his debut at the 2019 Australian GP for Scuderia Toro Rosso and was promoted to the senior Red Bull Racing squad just 12 races later. After a full Red Bull campaign in 2020, Alex raced in German touring cars (DTM) in 2021 before joining Williams Racing for 2022 as the team embarked on a long-term project to return to the front of the grid.

Since joining Williams he has registered an impressive 43 points, leading us to seventh place in the Constructors’ World Championship last year.

“Austin week and 100 Grands Prix: reaching such a milestone in the sport is a surreal feeling,” Alex shared at the start of race week.

“The past five years have brought with them some of the hardest but most rewarding times, and I’m grateful for every minute I’ve been a part of this sport and community.

“It’s a great opportunity to pause and reflect on the progress I’ve made as a driver, and I’m excited to reach 100 more races.

“I’m honoured to celebrate here in Austin with Williams for another home race for the team and Dorilton.

“Hopefully, I can make it even more special by bringing home some points for the team.”

In May, Albono committed his long-term future to the team and will form one of the most formidable driver pairings on the grid with Carlos Sainz next season.

James Vowles is not only excited for the future but is looking forward to marking a special milestone for his No.23.

“Congratulations to Alex on reaching 100 races in Formula 1,” commented the Williams Racing Team Principal.

“Alex has shown over the previous 99 Grands Prix that he is one of the fastest, most determined and most dedicated drivers in the sport and we are delighted that he has committed his future to helping Williams move up the grid.

“I look forward to celebrating with him and our passionate fans in Austin this week.”

As part of his centenary celebrations, Alex will meet fans and answer questions at our Austin city centre Fan Zone, presented by Kraken, where a graffiti mural will honour his achievements.

Teammate Franco Colapinto, Team Principal James Vowles, 2009 F1 World Champion and Williams Racing ambassador Jenson Button, and the world’s most successful female racing driver – Williams Driver Academy adviser Jamie Chadwick – will also make appearances throughout the week, continuing our commitment to provide fans with unrivalled access to the team.

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