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Jenson Button is set to depart Williams to become Aston Martin’s F1 ambassador from the 2026 season onwards.
Jenson Button is leaving Williams to become an ambassador for Aston Martin in Formula 1 starting from the 2026 season. Lawrence Stroll is striving to create a strong lineup for Aston Martin’s new era in F1. Button, a former World Champion with Brawn GP, joins Aston Martin as their team ambassador amid the team’s collaboration with Honda for the upcoming season. The Briton’s return to a Honda-backed team holds significance as he previously raced for Honda from 2003 to 2008. Aston Martin aims to leverage Button’s prestigious reputation to enhance the brand’s image. Button will play a more active role at Aston Martin, representing the team in various global events and media engagements.
