F1 News: Williams Chief Sets Sights On "Podiums And Then Wins"

James Vowles is continuing to push the team in their ongoing comeback.

After joining the team in 2023, James Vowles steered Williams Racing away from the back end of the grid, but Vowles asserts that only podiums and victories would merit his recognition. Drawing from his experiences at Mercedes, Vowles' leadership has now placed Williams firmly back in the mid-field contention.

Key Takeaways:

• Leaving his strategy director role at the Silver Arrows in 2023, Vowles took on the challenge of resurrecting the iconic Williams team.
• Under Vowles, Alex Albon has collected points surpassing the 2022 tally, positioning Williams ahead of Alfa Romeo, Haas, and AlphaTauri in the constructors' standings.
• While acknowledging the praise, he emphasised that true leadership would be reflected when Williams is consistently challenging at the front.

Ever since James Vowles' arrival at Williams, a noticeable transformation has been in the works. When he transitioned from Mercedes in 2023, Vowles described the move as the 'opportunity of a lifetime' in an interview with The Telegraph, stating he felt 'too comfortable' at Mercedes. It was an audacious shift, especially given that Williams had secured a mere 8 points the previous season.

But as the current season unfolds, the rewards of his stewardship are evident. With Albon and Sargeant as their flag bearers, Williams has not only doubled their points tally from 2022 but also leapfrogged rivals like Alfa Romeo, Haas, and AlphaTauri. They now sit commendably in 7th place in the constructors' championship.

Vowles, however, remains grounded amidst the praises showered upon him. In a social media snippet, when quizzed about his exceptional role as a team boss, he responded with humility. "I'm someone that will always keep my feet on the ground," Vowles commented, highlighting that he'd measure his success not merely by the current achievements but when Williams is "fighting for podiums, and then wins."

F1 News: James Vowles Gives Verdict On Williams' Success Path

Wrapping up his sentiments, Vowles said:

"Where I am at the moment is I have the support of an incredible organisation that has their heads held high and wants to move forward...But we're here to race and we're here to move forward."