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Williams Racing Opens Barcelona Fan Zone Ahead of Catalan Grand Prix

Williams brings interactive FW48 experience to Barcelona city center.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated Jun 81 min read
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Our Barcelona Fan Zone, presented by @krakenfx is now open 🥳 Tap here to find out all the information you need to know: Via @WilliamsF1 on X

What happened: Williams Racing has officially opened its Barcelona Fan Zone in the Ciutat Vella district, presented by Kraken, ahead of the upcoming race weekend at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The activation features the FW48 show car, racing simulators, and exclusive team merchandise available to fans through June 14.

Why it matters: The fan engagement comes as Williams sits eighth in the Constructors' Championship with 11 points following Round 6 in Monaco. The team is looking to build momentum for Carlos Sainz and Alexander Albon at a circuit where aerodynamic testing and technical upgrades often define the mid-season competitive order.

By the numbers: Williams currently holds P8 in the standings (11 pts). Alexander Albon leads the team's season highlights with a P8 finish in Monaco, while Carlos Sainz sits 14th in the Drivers' Championship with 6 points entering the weekend.

What to watch: Team Principal James Vowles will host a live Q&A session on Thursday, while Carlos Sainz is scheduled for a meet-and-greet on June 11.

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