The Return of Williams

The Return of Williams

Measured, methodical and quietly ruthless, James Vowles is rebuilding Williams Racing from the ground up. The former Mercedes strategist on leadership, legacy and the long road back to Formula 1 glory.

James Vowles doesn’t really fit into the Formula 1 paddock. He’s a six-foot-something, gently spoken and considerate team principal, which is at odds with the high-octane, chest-thumping, ego-driven nature of his peers and the sport in general. He’s academic in his thinking, measured in his responses and careful but calculated in his risk-taking. The silent assassin of the paddock, if you will, but more on that later.

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