We finally know who’ll be heading up the Williams F1 Team this season, and the new signing might come as a surprise to many! Mercedes Strategy Director James Vowles – yes, the “Valtteri, it’s James” guy – will be joining Williams as Team Principal for 2023.
He’ll officially start in his role as of February 20th, but he certainly has big boots to fill!
Join us in saying a huge welcome to our new Team Principal! 🤩
We are delighted to announce that James Vowles is coming onboard to lead the team. We’re looking forward to him joining our journey from 20th Feb! 👋
#WeAreWilliams— Williams Racing (@WilliamsRacing) January 13, 2023
James has spent over two decades in F1 and has been a part of the Merc squad since they came back to F1 in 2010. He’s also got experience with Brawn, Honda and BAR in the championship.
“While we are naturally sad to be saying goodbye to such a capable member of the team, I have no doubts whatsoever that he has all the necessary skills to become a fantastic Team Principal in Formula One,” Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff said.
“We wish him every success and are delighted that he will take this next step in his career with Williams, a strong technical partner of ours and one that has a place close to my own heart.”
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