Williams’ James Vowles has said he’s prepared to finish lower in the championship rather than risk forgoing preparations for the upcoming F1 2026 regulations changes.

Having spent recent years laying the foundations for a Williams resurgence in 2026, Vowles isn’t being tempted to turn back any resources to this year’s campaign despite the Grove-based squad eying up fifth place in the Constructors’ Championship.

Williams has ‘switched off’ development as F1 2026 in full focus

With 70 points on the board, Williams is 18 points clear of its nearest rival, Aston Martin, as the sport takes a two-week breather for the mandatory summer break.

It’s been an unusual first half of the year for Williams, with the experienced Carlos Sainz having a more difficult start than expected. The Spaniard ha

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