P1racenews AI automatic summary:
It was a remarkable gesture from James Vowles. Would Toto Wolff have done the same?
Williams team principal James Vowles explained that he felt the need to apologize to Toto Wolff due to the controversial tactics used in the recent Monaco Grand Prix. To achieve a double points finish, Williams drivers Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon deliberately slowed down Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. Vowles, formerly of Mercedes, was reluctant to employ these tactics but felt compelled after observing similar moves by Red Bull’s drivers Hadjar and Lawson. Vowles messaged Wolff to apologize for his actions and clarify that he had no other option. Wolff, understanding the situation, responded positively. Vowles emphasized that while such tactics might be necessary for points, it goes against the spirit of fair competition and the essence of racing.
