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Cadillac faces ‘monumental task’ to be competitive for 2026 arrival in F1, warns Aston Martin boss
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Cadillac faces ‘monumental task’ to be competitive for 2026 arrival in F1, warns Aston Martin boss

Associated Press  

LUSAIL, Qatar — General Motors and Cadillac face a “monumental task” to get ready to compete in Formula 1 for 2026, even if they could in theory get a head start on some design work, leading series figures said on Friday. “It’s a monumental task to try now setting up a team for 2026, with also a completely different set …

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Red Bull face Franco Colapinto dilemma over Williams price tag
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Red Bull face Franco Colapinto dilemma over Williams price tag

The Independent  

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Williams boss makes bold Carlos Sainz prediction after Ferrari F1 exit: ‘He’d prefer to be here’
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Williams boss makes bold Carlos Sainz prediction after Ferrari F1 exit: ‘He’d prefer to be here’

The Independent  

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Williams F1 team principal Vowles hints at mid-season switch if Sargeant’s poor form continues
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Williams F1 team principal Vowles hints at mid-season switch if Sargeant’s poor form continues

Associated Press  

SILVERSTONE, England — Williams team principal James Vowles is considering a possible mid-season switch if Logan Sargeant’s Formula 1 form does not improve. “There will be a line in the sand where we have to make a decision and at that point, both for 2025 and maybe for something this year, we’ll make a decision on it,” Vowles told British …

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James Vowles calls Carlos Sainz Williams' 'number one target' as the team principal heaps praise on the Ferrari star amid speculation surrounding his future
6 months, 2 weeks ago

James Vowles calls Carlos Sainz Williams' 'number one target' as the team principal heaps praise on the Ferrari star amid speculation surrounding his future

Daily Mail  

James Vowles has confirmed Williams' intention to sign Carlos Sainz for next season and believes they are a team to watch in the coming months. Williams, who are expected to let American Logan Sargeant leave the team, have been reported to be closing in on Sainz's capture and Vowles has made no secret of who he wants to be Alex …

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F1 driver Alex Albon signs a multiyear contract extension with Williams
7 months, 1 week ago

F1 driver Alex Albon signs a multiyear contract extension with Williams

Associated Press  

GROVE, England — Formula One driver Alex Albon has ended speculation about his future by signing a multiyear contract extension with Williams in what team principal James Vowles called “a huge vote of confidence” in the once-dominant team’s rebuild. Wednesday’s announcement comes after speculation linking Albon with an open seat at Mercedes when Lewis Hamilton leaves for Ferrari at the …

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Logan Sargeant is the only American driver in F1. His seat is in jeopardy as he heads into home race
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Logan Sargeant is the only American driver in F1. His seat is in jeopardy as he heads into home race

Associated Press  

MIAMI GARDENS, Fla. — The only American driver in Formula One had a somewhat decent showing in the Saturday sprint race ahead of the Miami Grand Prix. When told he had not, Sargeant replied, “that’s a shame.” Williams team principal James Vowles has said that to keep his seat, Sargeant must elevate his performance to consistently match Albon. “I’m sure …

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American Logan Sargeant CRASHES out of first practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix and risks missing ANOTHER F1 race... as Williams team principal James Vowles confirms there is 'significant dam
8 months, 2 weeks ago

American Logan Sargeant CRASHES out of first practice session at the Japanese Grand Prix and risks missing ANOTHER F1 race... as Williams team principal James Vowles confirms there is 'significant dam

Daily Mail  

Logan Sargeant crashed out of P1 in Japan at the high-speed Dunlop corner Logan Sargeant was left sweating over the prospect of a second successive race on the sidelines after suffering a heavy crash in first practice at the Japanese Grand Prix. With no spare bodywork available, team principal James Vowles made the contentious call for Albon to race with …

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American Logan Sargeant heads into 2nd F1 season stronger, hopes to deliver for Williams
9 months, 3 weeks ago

American Logan Sargeant heads into 2nd F1 season stronger, hopes to deliver for Williams

Associated Press  

Even before Logan Sargeant finished his rookie Formula 1 season, a set of expectations were given to the American on what he needed to do to keep his ride at Williams. For example, I’m five kilos heavier than I was at the end of last year, and I feel much more healthy and much more ready to go,” Sargeant said. …

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Mercedes and Williams announce new F1 partnership
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Mercedes and Williams announce new F1 partnership

The Independent  

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F1 United States GP: Logan Sargeant trying to hang on through difficult rookie season
1 year, 2 months ago

F1 United States GP: Logan Sargeant trying to hang on through difficult rookie season

The Hindu  

It was one year ago this week that a Formula One team announced a future with an American driver. But Logan Sargeant’s rookie season with Williams has been seemingly on the skids ever since, with a series of expensive crashes and dismal results that have some wondering if that future is careening towards a quick end. Williams officials have said …

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Alex Albon, James Vowles and the start of a Williams renaissance
1 year, 3 months ago

Alex Albon, James Vowles and the start of a Williams renaissance

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Aware of George Russell’s impending move to Mercedes, Albon …

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F1: The moment McLaren failed with a ‘dummy’ pit-stop over shrewd Williams at Monza
1 year, 3 months ago

F1: The moment McLaren failed with a ‘dummy’ pit-stop over shrewd Williams at Monza

The Independent  

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F1: Vowles warns of long road ahead for improving Williams
1 year, 9 months ago

F1: Vowles warns of long road ahead for improving Williams

The Hindu  

Williams was the second most improved team in Formula One’s Bahrain season-opener but new boss James Vowles has warned it will take years for the former champion to return to the midfield, let alone challenging the top three. Alex Albon finished 10th for the final point at Sakhir last Sunday, although Williams’ performance gain was largely hidden by Aston Martin’s …

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Williams Formula 1 team profile, drivers, results: Everything you need to know
1 year, 10 months ago

Williams Formula 1 team profile, drivers, results: Everything you need to know

New York Times  

Williams Racing is one of the oldest names in Formula One, but it went through significant personnel changes this offseason after a last-place finish. Former CEO and team principal Jost Capito stepped down, to be replaced by former Mercedes motorsport strategy director James Vowles. Williams still has a veteran driver onboard with Alex Albon and is one of the three …

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Williams hires James Vowles as F1 team principal
1 year, 11 months ago

Williams hires James Vowles as F1 team principal

The Hindu  

Struggling Formula One team Williams continued its overhaul on Friday by announcing the hiring of former Mercedes strategy director James Vowles as team principal. Former team principal Jost Capito and technical director François-Xavier Demaison both left in December. “Mercedes have been hugely supportive on my journey, and we part on excellent terms.” Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff thanked Vowles for …

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Mercedes must juggle performance and reliability, says Vowles
3 years, 1 month ago

Mercedes must juggle performance and reliability, says Vowles

The Hindu  

Mercedes must juggle performance and reliability for the rest of the season because any retirement would be 'catastrophic' for their Formula One title hopes, chief strategist James Vowles said on October 28. Hamilton is 12 points behind Red Bull's Max Verstappen with five races remaining while Mercedes are 23 points ahead of Red Bull in the constructors' championship after the …

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Mercedes must juggle performance and reliability: Chief Strategist Vowles
3 years, 1 month ago

Mercedes must juggle performance and reliability: Chief Strategist Vowles

The Hindu  

Mercedes must juggle performance and reliability for the rest of the season because any retirement would be 'catastrophic' for its Formula One title hopes, chief strategist James Vowles said on Thursday. Hamilton is 12 points behind Red Bull's Max Verstappen with five races remaining while Mercedes is 23 points ahead of Red Bull Racing in the constructors' championship after last …

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Formula One: Red Bull are ahead on performance, says Mercedes strategy head
3 years, 9 months ago

Formula One: Red Bull are ahead on performance, says Mercedes strategy head

The Hindu  

Red Bull Racing were the top team in testing and Formula One looks set for a close title battle, Mercedes motorsport strategy director James Vowles said on Thursday. Max Verstappen was quickest for Red Bull in two of the three days in Bahrain from March 12-14 while Mercedes, with Lewis Hamilton chasing a record eighth title this year, covered fewer …

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