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Williams boss James Vowles has revealed that his long-term plan to return the team to the top in Formula 1 has extended to allocating some people to work on 2027. The Grove-based squad has been unable to build upon a promising seventh-place finish last term as it has regressed to ninth in 2024 with four […]
The Williams team, based in Grove, has seen a decline in performance from a promising seventh-place finish last season to ninth in 2024, gathering only four points from 14 rounds. The team has faced challenges due to rushed deadlines causing their car, the FW46, to operate above the FIA’s weight limit. Despite this setback, team principal Vowles remains optimistic and is focused on building a strong foundation for future success, especially with the new technical regulations in 2026. He emphasized that the team’s current efforts are strategic investments for long-term competitiveness. Through a recruitment spree and culture change, Williams is now planning seasons in advance to align with the top teams in Formula 1.
