Williams has confirmed Jenson Button and Jamie Chadwick will be joined by 1997 F1 drivers' champion Jacques Villeneuve to form its ambassadorial team this year. The Grove-based squad believe the Canadian will further strengthen the connection between the team's decorated past and its "ambitious future." Winner of Williams' most-recent drivers' title, 28 years ago, Villeneuve highlighted how important the team has been to him over the years. "Williams has been a crucial part of my life, filled with fond memories," he said. "I am ecstatic to be part of the family again, and to help celebrate the team’s heritage while supporting its future." Team principal James Vowles was glowing in his praise for the trio, adding: "It’s a privilege to have Jenson, Jacques and Jamie with the team for 2025. "Together they are the perfect representation of this iconic team: the history we have made, our proud tradition of investing in future champions and opening up access to motorsport, and our ambition and determination to make history again. "Jenson and Jacques made their F1 debuts with Williams and went on to become world champions, while Jamie has broken boundaries for women in motorsport as a Williams Racing driver and mentor to Lia [Block]. We are delighted to have them as part of the next chapter in Williams’ story."
Button and Chadwick
Button made his F1 debut with Williams four years after Villeneuve, in 2000, and went on to claim the 2009 drivers' crown whilst racing for Brawn GP. Although he raced for the team for just one season, he rejoined the Williams family in 2019. "Williams gave me my first shot in Formula 1, and it’s incredible to be celebrating 25 years since that debut this year," he said. "Being an ambassador for this team is a privilege, and I’m excited to continue contributing to its legacy and future." Chadwick, a three-time W Series champion and Indy NXT race winner, has broken down barriers for women in motorsport, and helps advise Lia Block, who is a member of the team's driver academy. "Williams has been a huge part of my career and journey in motorsport over the last four years," she added. "I’m proud to continue representing the team in 2025, challenging myself to keep developing as a driver and helping to mentor the next generation of racers coming through F1 Academy."
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