Williams has lodged a petition challenging the 10-second penalty imposed on Carlos Sainz after his collision with Liam Lawson in Zandvoort. The team seeks a review of the ruling, believing there is more to clarify regarding the on-track incident.

Lando Norris was forced to retire late in the Dutch Grand Prix following a mechanical failure, compounding his points deficit to championship leader Oscar Piastri. With nine rounds left in the season, the McLaren driver faces a growing challenge to catch up.

As the Formula 1 season gears up for the Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort, speculation abounds about Alexander Albon’s potential return to Red Bull. BBC Sport F1 correspondent Andrew Benson addresses this question, fueling interest in the sport’s increasingly unpredictable driver market.