The roar of engines echoed through the Bahrain paddock as you walked between the garages, feeling the energy of the start of the 2025 season. It had been three months since your father, Carlos, had moved to England to join Williams Racing, and since then, you hadn’t seen him. Although you had followed his progress from a distance, exchanging messages and quick calls, it wasn’t the same as being with him.

You had spent these months in Maranello with your father Charles, who had remained focused on his preparation with Ferrari, but even he knew how much you had been waiting for this moment. Now, standing at the entrance to the Williams garage, with the desert sun reflecting off the cars fresh from winter, your heart was pounding.

The adrenaline of pre-season testing was undeniable. All the teams were ready to put their new machines through their paces, but in your case, the excitement went beyond the track. You were going to see your father Carlos again.

You took a deep breath, trying to calm your anxiety, and took a few more steps towards the Williams garage. Suddenly, among engineers and mechanics checking the last details of the FS25, you saw him. His relaxed posture, his racing suit with the blue and white colors of Williams, and that unmistakable smile when he noticed your presence.

“Hey, champ!” he exclaimed, opening his arms.

At that moment, all the waiting had been worth it.