In the first portion of qualifying for the Miami Grand Prix at Hard Rock Stadium, Williams driver Logan Sargeant narrowly missed advancing to Q2, ending up just 0.034 seconds behind Fernando Alonso in P15. Despite the close margin, Sargeant expressed satisfaction with his performance, seeing potential for improvement in Sunday’s main race.
Sargeant emphasized the positive changes made between the sprint race and qualifying, believing they set a promising direction for the team’s performance in the upcoming event. He acknowledged that while he could have extracted a bit more from his car to progress further, he remained content with his efforts.
Feeling notably comfortable with his performance, Sargeant reflected on his improved confidence since the start of the season. From his perspective, this weekend in Miami marked a peak in comfort and performance, suggesting progress since earlier races, notably in Japan where he felt he almost maximized his performance.
However, amidst Sargeant’s optimism lies the looming uncertainty about his future with the team. Rumors surrounding Andrea Kimi Antonelli potentially replacing him persist, with reports suggesting Williams may seek a dispensation for Antonelli to obtain a Super License despite being under 18.
Williams team boss James Vowles addressed these rumors cautiously during the FIA Press Conference, emphasizing Sargeant’s need to meet performance targets.
When asked about these rumors and his future with Williams, Sargeant remained tight-lipped, indicating that discussions with team management remain internal matters. Despite the speculation, he remains focused on the task at hand in Miami, believing that with further improvements, he can challenge competitors in Sunday’s race, particularly with the advantage of straight-line speed if certain issues are addressed.
