F1: Beyond The Grid Claire Williams: proud of Williams' progress
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May 6, 2025 
Claire Williams, the former Deputy Team Principal of the iconic Williams F1 team and daughter of founder Sir Frank Williams, shares her heartfelt reflections on her family's 43-year legacy in the sport. She discusses the emotional challenges of selling the team and her pride in its history. Claire opens up about key moments, like her decision around George Russell's early career. Additionally, she emphasizes the importance of female representation in Formula One leadership and explores the evolution of team culture and individual driver dynamics.
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Denying George Russell's Early Move
- Claire Williams faced one of her hardest leadership moments when denying George Russell's early move to Mercedes.
- She felt torn but prioritized the team's stability over individual ambitions.
Drive to Survive's Unique Appeal
- Drive to Survive brings Formula 1 behind-the-scenes to new fans through personalities.
- Claire's insight from her past role adds valuable context for viewers.
Addressing Unconscious Bias
- Combat unconscious bias by requiring diverse candidate pools in recruitment.
- This ensures women are considered properly for leadership roles in Formula One.