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F1: Williams 2026 car could be finished before any other team

LWOS has provided extensive coverage about Williams and their work towards 2026. The British squad have made big sacrifices over the last eighteen months to achieve the best possible starting point for the new regulations.

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The clue that convinced James Vowles the Carlos Sainz–Alex Albon partnership would work

James Vowles says Carlos Sainz and Alex Albon's partnership has been key to Williams's rise to fifth in the constructors' standings Williams Racing team

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / December 12

Williams proved 'we’re a different team' in 2025 – Vowles

It is not uncommon for F1 teams to make grand promises and set ambitious targets. What is equally rare is for these targets to be met, especially amongst the midfield.

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / December 6

Formula 1 News: ‘No problem’ after Albon’s anonymous season – Vowles

(GMM) Williams boss James Vowles (pictured with his drivers Sainz and Albon) says the team’s unexpected rise to fifth in the 2025 constructors’ championship came despite the FW47 being developed … Read More

Formula One News / Motorsport / December 1

James Vowles hails "dream come true" as Williams secures P5 in constructors' championship

James Vowles hailed Williams' rise to fifth in the 2025 constructors' championship as a "dream come true" after Carlos Sainz's Qatar Grand Prix podium Williams team principal James Vowles described the team's fifth place in the 2025 constructors' championship as a "dream come true".

Formula One News / AutoRacing1.com / November 27

Asian Le Mans News: F1’s James Vowles returns to racing in Abu Dhabi

(GMM) Williams boss James Vowles (pictured) will return to competitive racing next month in the Gulf 12 Hours, driving a McLaren GT3 Evo for Garage 59.

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 26

James Vowles to make racing return at Gulf 12 Hours

This comes three years after the Williams F1 boss last started a competitive race Williams Formula 1 boss James Vowles will return to endurance racing

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 15

Franco Colapinto’s 2026 Alpine contract “earned”, says James Vowles

James Vowles says he is “really proud” of Franco Colapinto after Alpine confirmed the rookie for 2026 James Vowles says he's "really proud" of Franco Colapinto

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / November 5

Williams to use final rounds of the year to set 2026 'foundations'

As the 2025 season draws to a close, Williams are putting an emphasis on experimenting with set-up and optimising their operational procedures. This initiative is being pushed by team principal James Vowles, who believes these changes are necessary ahead of next season.

Formula One News / Motorsport / November 1

James Vowles lifts lid on Carlos Sainz's Mexico Grand Prix DNF and pitlane penalties

James Vowles explained that Carlos Sainz's Mexico Grand Prix retirement followed start-line damage that crippled the front-axle sensors and control systems Williams team principal James Vowles has provided a deeper explanation of Carlos Sainz's retirement from the Mexico Grand Prix.

Formula One News / Last Word On Sports / September 30

Vowles praises Carlos Sainz for 'phenomenal' Williams podium

Williams secured their first podium since Belgium 2021 at last weekend’s Baku GP, cementing their progress this season. Under the guidance of James Vowles, Williams have grown from strength to strength after spending several years at the back of the field.

Formula One News / Total Apex Sports / September 26

James Vowles Talks Changes To F1 Race Calendar For 2026: Will There Be An Increase?

Formula 1 has confirmed a record 24 races for 2025, making it the busiest season ever. As we near the 2026 regulations, a key question arises: Will the calendar grow again, or has the series reached its limit?

Formula One News / HITC / September 24

James Vowles picks out F1’s best team principal after three years in charge at Williams

James Vowles is nearing the end of his third season in charge at Williams. Even with the strides they’ve made, he admits there’s still one team boss he looks up to.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / September 23

James Vowles Gives Emotional Response To Williams' Azerbaijan Grand Prix Podium

Amidst the drama of the 2025 F1 title fight between McLaren teammates Oscar Piastri and Lando Norris, one historic giant returned to the podium at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / July 19

James Vowles Gives ‘Zero Doubt’ Verdict on Lewis Hamilton’s Dismal Ferrari Campaign

Lewis Hamilton‘s debut year at Ferrari has been nothing short of a disappointment. With 12 races in the 2025 season, Hamilton has only achieved a single sprint race win in China, with no podiums or main race wins.

Formula One News / Field Level Media / June 19

Williams boss James Vowles signs long-term extension

Williams Racing announced a long-term extension Thursday for team principal James Vowles. Vowles, 45, joined Williams in 2023 following an unprecedented run of success at Mercedes.

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James Vowles Name Two American Talents Who Have ‘Huge Potential’ to Be F1 Superstars

America loves motorsports, but it took most fans there some time to fall in love with F1. Over the years, however, the sport has seen a huge increase in viewership.

Formula One News / FirstSportz / February 6

James Vowles warns rivals from ‘writing off’ Lewis Hamilton amidst Ferrari switch

Lewis Hamilton deemed a late-career switch to Ferrari despite being over 40 years old. A majority of individuals on the grid believed that the Briton was out of his prime even with a highly coveted team switch.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 16

Williams Chief Opens Up On Restructuring Overdrive That Caused Temporary Setbacks

Williams team principal James Vowles has opened up about the team going into overdrive given the urgent requirement to transform its "infrastructure and technology" to make it more competitive.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / January 10

James Vowles Reveals Williams' Hidden Progress Amid Crash-Ridden 2024 Season

Williams Racing team principal James Vowles spoke on the team's unseen progress during a crash-ridden 2024 season, which led to a considerable increase in costs for new parts.

Formula One News / Motorsports on SI / October 9, 2024

Williams Chief Delivers Early Verdict On 2025 As Team Looks Ahead To 2026

Williams Team Principal James Vowles has acknowledged that his team may face challenges during the 2025 season, as all development and strategic efforts will be directed toward the entirely new Formula 1 car for 2026.

Formula One News / F1 on SI / October 4, 2024

James Vowles Makes Bold 2025 Driver Statement

Williams team principal James Vowles revealed that his team will have the best driver line-up in Formula 1 next season. The statement comes after Ferrari driver Carlos Sainz signed a multi-year contract with Williams ahead of the summer break for the period starting in 2025.