Alexander Albon

Alexander Albon was born on March 23, 1996, in London, England. Albon is a Thai-British racing driver currently competing in Formula One for Williams Racing and has previously raced for teams like Toro Rosso and Red Bull Racing. He holds Thai nationality and races under the Thai flag.

In December 2016, Alexander Albon joined ART Grand Prix to compete in the GP3 Series for the 2016 season. This was a significant step in his career as he finished second in the championship, which helped propel him into the Formula 2 series the following year, showcasing his talent and potential as a future Formula One driver.

In February 2019, Alexander Albon signed with Toro Rosso, marking his entry into Formula One. As a debutant in the top tier of motorsport, Albon impressed with his performance throughout the season, earning a reputation as a skilled and competitive driver in his rookie year and securing a mid-season promotion to Red Bull Racing.

On August 12, 2019, Alexander Albon was promoted from Toro Rosso to Red Bull Racing, replacing Pierre Gasly. The promotion was a testament to his impressive performance in the first half of the 2019 Formula One season. By joining Red Bull Racing, Albon had the opportunity to compete at a higher level and prove his skills against the best in the sport.

On November 30, 2020, Alexander Albon secured his first-ever podium in Formula One at the Tuscan Grand Prix. Driving for Red Bull Racing, Albon finished in third place, marking a significant milestone in his Formula One career. This achievement demonstrated Albon's resilience and capability to compete at the highest level of motorsport.

In January 2021, after being replaced by Sergio Pérez at Red Bull Racing, Alexander Albon took on the role of test and reserve driver for the team. Despite stepping down from a full-time race seat, Albon continued to contribute to the team’s efforts and development work, keeping him within the Formula One environment and maintaining his connection with top-tier racing.

In September 2021, Alexander Albon signed with Williams Racing for the 2022 Formula One season, marking his return to a full-time race seat. After a year as a test and reserve driver, Albon was eager to prove his worth on the grid again, bringing his experience from past seasons with Red Bull Racing to the midfield team, aiming to reestablish his racing credentials.

On March 20, 2022, Alexander Albon made his official return to Formula One racing at the Bahrain Grand Prix with Williams Racing. This marked a new chapter in his career after spending the 2021 season as a test driver. Albon's return was highly anticipated as he joined the grid determined to display his racing skills and contribute to Williams’ progress in the championship.

In September 2022, Alexander Albon was hospitalized due to appendicitis, forcing him to miss the Italian Grand Prix. His sudden illness was unexpected, and Nyck de Vries stepped in as his replacement for the race. Albon's health became a concern, and he underwent surgery, recovering swiftly to return to racing. His absence highlighted the intense physical demands and unpredictability faced by F1 drivers.

On March 5, 2023, Alexander Albon secured points for Williams Racing at the Bahrain Grand Prix by finishing 10th. This achievement was particularly notable for the team as it marked their first points of the 2023 Formula One season, demonstrating Albon's ability to capitalize on opportunities and deliver results for a team striving to move up the ranks in the constructors' championship.