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F1 world pays tribute to Sir Frank Williams

by Zane Shackleton
November 29, 2021
in Formula 1, International, News
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Sir Frank Williams never let a challenge upset his ambition for success.

The inspirational founder of the Williams Formula 1 team experienced the utmost highs and the lowest of lows in life.

He watched his team dominate the sport in the 1980s and ‘90s, only to then deal with the heartbreaking loss of one of his drivers in his own car.

His life took a massive U-turn when he crashed while driving back to the airport from a test session in France in 1986.

Williams never walked again; daily life constrained by the limits of a wheelchair.

Not even that got in the way of Sir Frank.

“Williams is what kept him going,” his daughter Claire said. “His strength and resilience to come back from the accident and be as dominant as he was is a powerful message.”  

Below is a small section of tributes from the F1 paddock to the legendary Sir Frank Williams.

It is with great sadness that on behalf of the Williams family, the team can confirm the death of Sir Frank Williams CBE, Founder and Former Team Principal of Williams Racing, at the age of 79.

— Williams Racing (@WilliamsRacing) November 28, 2021

One of the sport's greatest inspirations with a legacy that will live on forever.

Rest in peace, Sir Frank Williams 💙 pic.twitter.com/IsbAKWz0uW

— Williams Racing (@WilliamsRacing) November 28, 2021

Sir Frank Williams was one of the kindest people I had the pleasure of meeting in this sport. What he achieved is something truly special. Until his last days I know he remained a racer and a fighter at heart. His legacy will live on forever. pic.twitter.com/NDIwIvzZCl

— Lewis Hamilton (@LewisHamilton) November 28, 2021

RIP Sir Frank Williams. Such sad news 😔 A huge loss for our sport and our team. It’s been an honour to represent your name on the world stage and we will continue to push hard to take the team back up the grid 💙 pic.twitter.com/4UKiU3CzB4

— Nicholas Latifi (@NicholasLatifi) November 28, 2021

A tribute to Sir Frank Williams.

— McLaren (@McLarenF1) November 28, 2021

It's a sad day for our sport, Frank Williams will always be remembered as one of the heroes and #F1 icons.
My thoughts and prayers are with his family, especially his daughter, Claire Williams. #RIP🙏 pic.twitter.com/vSs7MUIUFO

— Sergio Pérez (@SChecoPerez) November 28, 2021

Very sad news. Sir Frank Williams leaves a lasting impression on the history of @F1. He was a pioneer, an exceptional personality & an exemplary man. On behalf of the entire @FIA Community, our thoughts are with his family, friends & @WilliamsRacing. Rest in peace, my friend https://t.co/iWygN5mYzi pic.twitter.com/uz4xyru9l4

— Jean Todt (@JeanTodt) November 28, 2021

"Very sad to hear the news about Sir Frank Williams. A true gentleman and real racer. Our thoughts are with the Williams family at this sad time and on behalf of Red Bull Racing thank you for everything you gave to F1. RIP" – Christian Horner pic.twitter.com/j6SF8ghVKy

— Oracle Red Bull Racing (@redbullracing) November 28, 2021

Rest In Peace Sir Frank. What a contribution he made to the sport we all love. What a truly remarkable and incredible human being. I’ll never forget the sparkle in his eyes when he talked about the great drivers who raced for him. He adored F1, we adored him. An absolute legend x

— David Croft (@CroftyF1) November 28, 2021

Today, we say goodbye to the man who defined our team. Sir Frank was such a genuinely wonderful human being and I’ll always remember the laughs we shared. He was more than a boss, he was a mentor and a friend to everybody who joined the Williams Racing family and so many others. pic.twitter.com/bWpFivpkmi

— George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) November 28, 2021

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