Revving Up: Williams in Fast Facts

Williams, also known as Williams Grand Prix Engineering, is a historic team in Formula 1 with a rich past.

Here's a quick rundown:

Brief history: A Legacy of Excellence (1977-2009). Founded in 1977 by Sir Frank Williams and Patrick Head, Williams rose to prominence in the 1980s and 1990s. Their innovative car designs were a hallmark of their success.

Drivers: They secured nine Constructors' Championships and seven Drivers' Championships, fostering legendary drivers like Alain Prost, Nigel Mansell, Damon Hill, and Jacques Villeneuve. For the 2024 season, Williams continues to fight for improvement with young drivers Alex Albon and Logan Sargeant.

Performance: They rely on Mercedes power units for their cars. Despite flashes of brilliance with podium finishes, they haven't secured a race win since 2012. While not championship contenders at present, the team shows determination to climb the ranks again. There's a sense of cautious optimism surrounding Williams. New ownership and a focus on youth development offer hope for a potential revival.

Team's official name Williams Racing

Active since (first team entry) 1978

Base Grove, United Kingdom

Driver Alexander Albon (THA), racing number 23

Driver Logan Sargeant (USA), racing number 2

Team chief James Vowles

Technical chief Pat Fry

Chassis FW46

Power unit Mercedes

World titles 9