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Williams announce major rival swoop as F1 signing confirmed in official statement
Williams announced the return of an F1 stalwart to their team, Axel Kruse, as they aim to strengthen their ranks ahead of their competitors, Sauber. Kruse, a seasoned German leader in F1, will take over as the new chief operations director, replacing Fred Brousseau who played a key role in modernizing the team’s production processes.
Kruse expressed his excitement about rejoining Williams, highlighting the team’s ambition and potential for success. His previous experience with Williams, particularly during their successful run with BMW in the early 2000s, motivates him to strive for excellence once again. With Kruse’s appointment and Matt Harman’s promotion to technical director, Williams is gearing up for a competitive future in F1.
Despite recent challenges, Williams has shown positive signs of improvement in the constructors’ standings, outscoring their previous season’s points. As they focus on developing their 2026 car, they face competition from teams like Sauber transitioning into Audi, all aiming for success under the upcoming regulations.
