Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz Jr.’s disqualifications at Singapore Grand Prix qualifying, explained

Williams secured their first podium finish of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix two weeks ago, as Carlos Sainz Jr. delivered a dazzling third-place finish.

A second podium for the team this weekend at the Singapore Grand Prix has become much tougher following qualifying.

Both Alexander Albon and Sainz have been disqualified, after each driver’s FW47 failed post-qualifying inspections.

During post-qualifying scrutineering, the rear wings of both Albon’s and Sainz’s cars were inspected, and both rear wings were found to be “non-compliant with the Technical Regulations.” Specifically, the “uppermost rear wing element adjustable positions were checked. The DRS [Drag Reduction System] in the state of deployment exceeded the

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