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Having signed a new long-term contract with the team, Williams’ team boss James Vowles has given an update on his plan to take the team back to fighting for F1 titles again
Many Formula 1 teams adopt the mantra of “under-promise and over-deliver” to alleviate pressure and enhance their reputation. Williams recently announced a contract extension for boss James Vowles, expressing ambitions to lead the team to Formula 1 world championship glory, despite not achieving it since 1997.
Vowles acknowledges the boldness of this goal, emphasizing that their current state is far from championship contention, but the team’s investments are geared towards that ultimate success. The significant progress the team has made so far under Vowles’ leadership represents just a small step towards their championship aspirations.
Williams has made notable improvements in its infrastructure and performance, credited to Vowles’ restructuring efforts. Despite the positive strides, Vowles emphasizes the magnitude of the challenge ahead in transitioning Williams into a championship-winning team, drawing parallels with McLaren’s journey to success.
The team’s focus is primarily on the long-term redesign and enhancement of their processes, systems, and personnel, with the aim of achieving substantial gains in the 2027-2028 period. Vowles anticipates visible changes in the upcoming years, leading to exponential progress towards the desired championship status.
