# Alexander Albon at the 2022 São Paulo Grand Prix

Source: https://www.thef1formula.com/results/2022-interlagos-alex-albon
Last updated: 2026-05-31

> Alexander Albon navigated the 2022 São Paulo Grand Prix at Autódromo José Carlos Pace, moving from a 19th grid start to finish 15th for Williams Grand Prix Engineering, completing all 71 laps without scoring points.

Alexander Albon's performance at the 2022 São Paulo Grand Prix on November 13, 2022, saw the Williams driver manage a four-position gain from his grid slot, concluding the race in 15th place. The Autódromo José Carlos Pace circuit in São Paulo often presents dynamic race conditions, and Albon's drive was a demonstration of consistent execution within the capabilities of the Williams FW44. The team's strategy aimed at optimizing track position from a challenging back-of-grid start, a common scenario for teams outside the top contenders. This required careful tire management and opportunistic overtakes, particularly against rivals like [Pierre Gasly at the 2018 Singapore Grand Prix](/results/2018-marina-bay-pierre-gasly) or [Esteban Ocon at the 2018 Singapore Grand Prix](/results/2018-marina-bay-esteban-ocon) who have also faced midfield battles. The official [Formula 1 — official site](https://www.formula1.com/en) race report highlighted the competitive nature of the midfield throughout the 2022 season.

Albon's race pace was evident with his fastest lap of 1:15.613 on lap 49, placing him 16th overall for fastest laps, just behind Sebastian Vettel. His teammate, Nicholas Latifi, finished one position behind in 16th, with a race time of 1:39:11.082 and a faster lap of 1:15.327 on lap 59, indicating a tight internal battle within Williams. While no championship points were secured at this round, the data from [Jolpica/Ergast — 2026 season data](https://api.jolpi.ca/ergast/f1/2026.json) provides a historical context for driver performances across different seasons, showcasing how such finishes contribute to overall team development. Understanding the nuances of these races is crucial for any fan of [Wikipedia: Formula One](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formula_One), as every position can impact constructor standings. Albon's ability to maintain pace and avoid incidents, unlike the early retirements seen by [Max Verstappen at the 2018 United States Grand Prix](/results/2018-cota-max-verstappen) in other races, underscored a disciplined drive under pressure.