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Williams Formula 1 boss James Vowles has admitted that he is using McLaren’s progress as an “aspiration” as he plots his team’s path back to the front in Formula 1. McLaren’s remarkable turnaround over the last 18 months has seen the team begin last season struggling to accrue points to now being in championship contention. […]
McLaren’s impressive resurgence over the past 18 months has seen them transform from a struggling team last season to genuine championship contenders. Despite only one win between 2013 and 2022, McLaren has now achieved two victories and numerous podium finishes this season. On the other hand, Williams, with a win drought since 2012, is viewed as a potential powerhouse in F1 under the leadership of Vowles. While McLaren was previously in the midfield, Williams has been positioned towards the rear in recent campaigns. Vowles acknowledges the similarities and differences between McLaren’s turnaround and Williams’ current situation and views McLaren’s success as an inspiration rather than a direct blueprint to follow. He emphasizes the unique challenges Williams faces and the need to approach their journey towards success with aspirations based on their own strengths and weaknesses.
