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Williams Locks in Vowles With Long-Term Deal to Drive Championship Return

This agreement secures the principal responsible for Williams’ strong midfield resurgence, positioning the Grove squad to capitalize on 2026’s new technical regulations.

Formula One F1 - Canadian Grand Prix - Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, Montreal, Quebec, Canada - June 13, 2025  Williams team prinicpal James Vowles during a press conference REUTERS/Mathieu Belanger/File Photo
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Overview

  • James Vowles has signed a long-term contract extension as Williams team principal, though the precise duration was not disclosed.
  • Since arriving in 2023, Vowles has led a top-to-bottom overhaul that has driven the team to its strongest opening half-season since 2016.
  • Williams sits fifth in the 2025 constructors’ standings with 55 points after 10 races, surpassing the combined total from the previous three seasons.
  • Carlos Sainz Jr. cited Vowles’ clear vision as a key factor in his decision to join the Grove-based team this season.
  • Williams plans to leverage its current momentum and upcoming regulation changes to mount a challenge for World Championship glory.