Williams Racing has added Oliver Turvey as the F1 team’s test and development driver to strengthen its position ahead of 2025 season.
Having been the test driver at McLaren for long, Turvey has joined Williams as its new test and development driver to strengthen the team’s position ahead of the 2025 F1 season. With Franco Colapinto moving to Alpine, the British outfit has taken in an experienced hand.
Turvey will play a key role in the simulator work, where he will also drive the new DIL simulator, which will become operational later in the year. He will aide Carlos Sainz and Alexander Albon during the course of the 2025 F1 season with set-up work and in turn help in development work.
“We’re very happy to welcome Oliver to the team,” said Sven Smeets. “He brings a vast amount of experience and expertise that will be invaluable to our progression as we continue to strengthen the team across the board.
“The role of a test and development driver is vital to our journey back towards success, and I am confident that Oliver, who will join Harrison Scott, will result in a strong team developing the current and future cars.”
At the same time, Turvey added: “I am delighted to join Williams. It’s an honour to have the opportunity to join such an historic and successful team. I have long admired Williams and watching Damon Hill win the World Championship for them is a moment that inspired me as I began my own racing career in karting.
“The ambition and determination driving this project are incredibly inspiring, and I’m excited for the challenge ahead to help bring the team back to the top. It is a privilege to work alongside Alex and Carlos, who I consider two of the best drivers in F1.
“I look forward to using my experience as both a driver and engineer to work closely with the team at Grove to enhance the car’s performance in the simulator and support the race team. I would like to thank James, Sven, and the Board for putting their trust in me. I will give everything I have to help the team achieve success.”
Here’s what Oliver Turvey said further: https://x.com/WilliamsRacing/status/1882096148271538606
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