Williams launch FW43, take to track
Williams Racing has launched its latest car, the FW43, two days ahead of the first F1 pre-season test it famously missed last year. The car, bedecked in a new red,…
About Williams Racing
Given its current position it’s easy to forget ROKiT Williams Racing‘s importance to the history of Formula 1. Our fan community allows us all to show them our support in attempting to get back the the front of the grid. Here’s what we think makes them so great…
Heritage
Williams Racing has been continuously involved in Formula 1 since being founded in 1977 by Sir Frank Williams (who remains the majority shareholder) and Sir Patrick Head.
Success
In a 42 year history in Formula 1 Williams has won 114 races and 16 titles - a record matched only by Ferrari and McLaren.
Racing Spirit
Williams exists solely as a racing team. It simply wants to race against the best Grand Prix teams in the world and win.
Independence
One of the few great constructors in Formula 1 history, Williams' staunch independence allows it to compete with total autonomy, free from any competitive constraints.
Excellence
Since 1977 Williams has been at the forefront of Formula 1 excellence, driving the sport forward with technical & sporting innovation.
Support
The Williams team continues to receive enormous global support, having built up a huge fanbase in its 40+ years at the top of the sport.
News and chat about the Williams Racing F1 Team, past present and future. Some speculation, plenty of opinion and every now and again a small amount of actual fact.
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Jack Aitken joins Williams
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Honours
The achievements of the Williams Racing Formula 1 Team since its debut in 1977
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2020 ROKiT Williams Racing FW43
| Championship position: | 10th (0 points) |
| Designed by: | Doug McKiernan (aero), Adam Carter (design), Barney Hassell (vehicle dynamics) & Patrick Head |
| Official entrant: | ROKiT Williams Racing |
| Engine: | Mercedes Hybrid Turbo V6 |
| Tyres: | Pirelli |
| Fuel: | Petronas |
| Brakes: | AP 6 piston front and 4 piston rear calipers with carbon discs and pads |
| Transmission: | Williams 8 speed semi-automatic |
| Sponsors: | ROKiT, Sofina, Lavazza, Royal Bank of Canada |
| Preceded by: | Williams FW42 |
Driver of the day
Robert Kubica
The first Polish driver to race in Formula 1, Robert Kubica made his F1 debut for the BMW Sauber team mid-way through the 2006 season, replacing the injured Jacques Villeneuve for the Hungarian Grand Prix. His performance was such that the team instantly made his deal permanent and there he remained for the following three seasons. Kubica joined the Williams team in 2018 as reserve driver, following a near fatal rally crash in 2011 kept him away from the sport in the intervening six years. ...Read on