It sounded like a potential downer for Red Bull Racing and Mercedes: during the presentation of the new car, team boss James Vowles made it known that Alex Albon also has a contract at WIlliams for 2025. Without mentioning the names of the competition, the message was clear: 'Red Bull, Mercedes, you don't need to knock on the door for Albon. He's ours!' But it is obviously not that simple.