Williams Formula 1 team principal James Vowles said the team's car weaknesses exposed at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix will not be fixed immediately. He outlined a phased upgrade plan to improve performance over the remainder of the 2026 season.
Vowles explained that some issues stem from track-specific characteristics in Barcelona. He added that the team has identified problems and holds a season-long plan to address them.
The upgrades will arrive in stages. Elements are scheduled around Silverstone and Spa, with more planned near the August break and a significant package after it.
During the Barcelona race, Williams turned Alex Albon's compromised outing into a test session after a loose onboard camera required an extended pit stop. Vowles noted the team used the time to adjust setup and gather data.
Williams sits eighth in the constructors' championship with 11 points. Vowles warned the upcoming Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring could prove challenging due to its short lap and track limits.
