Frank Williams, Founder Of Williams Racing F1 Team, Dies At 79

Frank Williams, founder of Williams Racing F1 team, dies at 79

London, Nov 28, : Sir Frank Williams, the founder and longest-serving Team Principal for the Williams F1 team, has died at the age of 79 in London.According to the team, Frank Williams was admitted on Friday to the hospital and died peacefully on Sunday in the company of his family.
Williams released a statement following the news that Sir Frank had died.It stated, “It’s with great sadness that the team can confirm the passing of Sir Frank Williams CBE.Founder and Former Principal of Williams Racing at the age of79.”

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“Sir Frank, after being admitted to hospital on Friday, passed away peacefully this morning, surrounded by his loved ones.Today, we pay tribute to this inspirational and loved figurehead.Frank will be greatly missed.

We ask that friends and colleagues respect the Williams family’s wishes to keep their privacy during this difficult time.We ask that all those who wish to pay tribute to the Williams family make donations to the Spinal Injuries Association.Alternately, flowers can be placed at Grove, Oxfordshire’s entrance to the team’s headquarters,” stated the statement.

Williams’ CEO and Team Principal JostCapito has paid tribute.

Capito stated that “The Williams Racing team is deeply saddened by Sir Frank Williams’ passing.”

“Sir Frank was a legend in our sport.His passing marks the end for Formula 1 and our team.Capito stated that he was a true pioneer and one of a kind.”

“Despite significant adversity in life, he led the team to 16 World Championships, making them one of the most successful sports teams in history.His core values, which included integrity, teamwork, fierce independence, and determination, are still the core ethos and legacy of our team.

We also proudly carry the Williams family name.He said that our thoughts and prayers are with the Williams family during this difficult time.

Stefano Domenicali, F1 CEO and President, remembered his contributions to the sport and paid tribute.

“This morning Claire Williams called me to inform me that Sir Frank Williams, her father, had died.

He was a true legend of F1 and fought every day to win.We have lost a beloved and respected member of F1’s family.He will be greatly missed.His extraordinary achievements and personality will live on in our sport forever.Domenicali stated that his thoughts and prayers are with the Williams family and friends during this difficult time.

Briton and his family, which included Claire, had been running the team on a daily basis since 2013.

They sold F1 to Dorilton Capital earlier this year.

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