Claire Williams, Formula One's only female team boss, will step down after Sunday's Italian Grand Prix with founder Frank also leaving following last month's sale to U.S.-based Dorilton Capital. “It’s definitely sad to see the end of the chapter, the end of a book. Mercedes’ six-times world champion Lewis Hamilton also paid tribute to the family and team. “We have always been in it for the love of it, for the pure pleasure of going motor racing, so this is not a decision that we have taken lightly but after much reflection and as a family.” Current driver George Russell said Williams had broken the news to him only that day but he was “at ease” with the situation. After graduating from Newcastle University with a degree in Politics in 1999, she began her career in motor racing as press officer for the Silverstone Circuit. “We have always been in it for the love of it, for the pure pleasure of going motor racing, so this is not a decision that we have taken lightly but after much reflection and as a family.” Current driver George Russell said Williams had broken the news to him only that day but he was “at ease” with the situation. Williams’ last win - their 114th - came in Spain in 2012 on Pastor Maldonado’s day of days. In July last year I wrote: “Claire’s management skills are being severely tested but perhaps the two big questions keeping her awake at night are, one: whether Lowe is the man for the job, or two: maybe it is time for her to step aside and allow her marginalised brother Jonathan Williams take over the reigns of Daddy’s business.” There are no Independent Premium comments yet - be the first to add your thoughts “I’m a big fan of Sir Frank and his incredible contribution to the sport,” said the Briton, who once considered joining Williams. try again, the name must be unique try again, the name must be unique She is the daughter of Williams F1 Team Principal Sir Frank Williams and his late wife, Lady Virginia Williams. But I think their legacy will continue.” Reporting by Alan Baldwin; Editing by Toby Davis and Ed OsmondFILE PHOTO: Formula One F1 - 70th Anniversary Grand Prix - Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, Britain - August 6, 2020 Williams' Racing Deputy Team Principal Claire Williams outside the Silverstone Circuit ahead of the 70th Anniversary Grand Prix REUTERS/Andrew Boyers/File Photo

{{#replies}} LONDON (Reuters) - Claire Williams, Formula One’s only female team boss, will step down after Sunday’s Italian Grand Prix with founder Frank also leaving following last month’s sale to U.S.-based Dorilton Capital. Williams' two drivers admitted they were surprised to hear that they will have a new team boss within days. Email already exists. Williams are the third most successful constructor in F1 history, with 114 wins and 16 titles, but their last championship was with Canadian Jacques Villeneuve in 1997. try again, the name must be uniquePlease Qilai Shen/Panos Pictures Independent Premium. try again, the name must be unique Start your Independent Premium subscription today. However, the new wave of novel coronavirus has raised questions on the science-driven response promoted by Prime Minister J...While there are many things that need to be fixed in Italys health system, a comprehensive, integrated health information system could make the overall health system upgradation process seamless and cost-effective as it will improve the mon...President Donald Trump is keeping his promise to end endless wars, his son-in-law and presidential adviser Jared Kushner said hours after leaders of Serbia and Kosovo signed an agreement in the White House to normalise economic relationship...Highlights of the fifth day at the U.S. Open in New York on Friday. “We are incredibly proud of our track record and the legacy we leave behind,” said Claire Williams. Founded in 1977 as Williams Grand Prix Engineering, the team were at their peak in the 1980s and 90s with champions Alan Jones, Keke Rosberg, Nelson Piquet, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill and Villeneuve. Claire Williams effectively ran the team, although her 78-year-old father remained official principal despite no longer going to races.


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