| Car Number | #23 |
| Team | Williams |
| Nationality | Thai-British |
| Born | March 23, 1996 - London, England |
| Age | 30 |
2026 Season Stats
Career Stats
Biography
Alexander Albon is a Thai-British Formula 1 driver who has proven himself to be one of the most resilient and well-liked figures in the paddock. Born on March 23, 1996 in London to a Thai mother and British father, Albon grew up racing in the UK before working his way through the European single-seater ladder. His path to F1 was far from straightforward, including a period where he nearly abandoned racing altogether due to lack of funding.
Albon made his F1 debut with Toro Rosso in 2019 and was quickly promoted to Red Bull Racing mid-season to replace Pierre Gasly. While he scored podiums and showed strong race pace, his qualifying performances were inconsistent relative to Max Verstappen, and he was replaced by Sergio Perez for 2021. That demotion could have ended his F1 career, but Albon spent 2021 as Red Bull's test and reserve driver before securing a remarkable comeback with Williams for 2022.
At Williams, Albon has been the team's standout performer. His ability to extract performance from an uncompetitive car has been extraordinary, with several drives that earned comparisons to the best midfield performances in F1 history. His talent for tire management and race strategy has consistently allowed him to punch above his weight, finishing ahead of cars that should theoretically be faster.
The 2026 season sees Albon paired with Carlos Sainz at Williams, forming an experienced driver lineup as the team works toward its long-term goal of returning to the front of the grid. Without points after three rounds, both drivers are working to develop the new-regulation car, but Albon's feedback and development skills remain highly valued by the team. At 30, he continues to prove that his initial Red Bull demotion was not a fair reflection of his abilities.
Interesting Facts
- Born in London but races under the Thai flag, representing his mother's nationality
- Nearly quit racing due to lack of funding before Red Bull signed him
- Was dropped by Red Bull Racing but rebuilt his career at Williams
- One of the most popular drivers on the grid, known for his cat content on social media
- An accomplished sim racer who represented Red Bull in virtual racing events
- Scored two podium finishes during his time at Red Bull Racing in 2019-2020