Williams Racing's Alex Albon will miss the São Paulo Grand Prix following a severe crash during the wet qualifying session. Despite being in a promising position, Albon spun off the track in Q3, damaging his car beyond repair in the short time before the race. The team, facing significant challenges due to inclement weather, also had interim driver Franco Colapinto crash in Q1. Williams team principal James Vowles expressed disappointment but highlighted the safety of the drivers as a priority. Colapinto will be the sole representative for Williams in the race, with Albon's absence impacting the team's battle for eighth place in the constructors' standings against Alpine. The chaotic qualifying session saw multiple incidents, including crashes from other drivers like Carlos Sainz and Fernando Alonso.