One of Formula One’s most-storied teams — with nine constructors’ championships — Williams has been struggling for speed and money for years, but the Azerbaijan Grand Prix hit a new low. First came the loose drain cover which wrecked George Russell’s car in Friday practice, a costly blow for Williams’ small budget. To add insult to injury, the truck carrying his car hit a bridge, damaging the crane, which then smeared Russell’s Williams with hydraulic fluid. Despite Williams’ proud history and current poor form, it’s not tempted to look for a new owner. Williams fiercely guards its independence and is proud of still having founder Frank Williams listed as team principal, even if his daughter Claire Williams now handles day-to-day operations.

Source: National Post April 28, 2019 16:18 UTC