Yesterday, Williams [https://www.essentiallysports.com/category/f1/williams/] F1 announced that founder Frank Williams and deputy team principal Claire Williams [https://www.essentiallysports.com/tag/claire-williams/] were stepping away from the team. The news surprised the F1 world and many messages of gratitude and well wishes followed thereafter. However, it left people wondering whether new owners Dorilton Capital enforced Claire Williams to walk away, or was it a decision that she took of her own accord? Today, Claire Williams reveals all. The former deputy boss of Williams F1 clarified that it was a decision that solely she undertook. She said [https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/12433/12063389/claire-williams-opens-up-to-sky-sports-about-her-formula-1-exit], “It was absolutely my decision and I’d like to make that clear. Dorilton asked me to continue. They asked before the sale was done, they asked after the sale was done. But I think a clean break is probably the best for all.” Williams said that she always had a measure of her own capabilities and knew when the time was right to leave the team. And this time, according to her, was the time to hang up her boots. She believes that a new dawn must come through a new person. CLAIRE WILLIAMS ON WHY SHE FELT THE TIME WAS RIGHT TO LEAVE Claire Williams [https://www.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/cw-1.jpg] Claire gave an insight into her thought process behind her decision. She said, “You put blood, sweat, and tears into something like I have for the time that I have. This is a hard, hard business. I’ve given it my all and I’ve done that because I’ve wanted to protect my family’s legacy in this sport. “Now that it’s not ours, I don’t feel that I could put the same amount of energy into it. The past few years have been incredibly tough. They have taken an awful lot out of me. If I’m honest, I think Dorilton need somebody that has more energy than I’ve currently got.” She said that it has been an extremely hard decision to take. But the lockdown, due to the pandemic, has given her the time to reflect and make the decision that she feels is right for her and more importantly for the team. Claire admits to not having done everything right, but she feels that she can leave with her head held high. 

Former Williams deputy boss Claire Williams opens up on why she stepped away
from the sport despite Dorilton wanting her to continue.

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[caption id="attachment_241863" align="alignnone" width="1000"]<img class="size-full wp-image-241863" src="https://image-cdn.essentiallysports.com/wp-content/uploads/20200328210529/1015150699-lat-20180512-_31i2911.jpg" alt="" width="1000" height="600" /> CIRCUIT DE BARCELONA-CATALUNYA, SPAIN - MAY 12: Claire Williams, Deputy Team Principal, Williams Martini Racing during the Spanish GP at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on May 12, 2018 in Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain. (Photo by Glenn Dunbar / LAT Images)[/caption]
<h2><strong>Claire Williams: 2021 Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements</strong></h2>
Claire Williams is the daughter of Sir Frank Williams. She was the deputy team principal of Williams F1. She graduated from Newcastle University in 1999 with a degree in Politics and took over the deputy team principal role from her father.

However, she only became associated with Formula One from 2002 onwards.

A year later, Claire earned another promotion, this time to director of marketing and communications for Williams. When Frank Williams stepped down in March 2012, Claire succeeded him as the family representative on the board.

Finally, in March 2013, she took on the role of deputy team principal of the Williams F1 racing team.

On 3 September 2020, Williams announced she was resigning as deputy team principal of the Williams team after 7 September 2020. However, on race day, she had the honor of sending driver Nicholas Latifi out of the garage and into the recon lap to head to the grid.

As Latifi and George Russell crossed the line, the two thanked Claire for giving them the opportunity to race in F1.
<h2>Claire Williams: Net Worth</h2>
As per Celebrity Net Worth, Claire has a <a href="https://www.celebritynetworth.com/richest-businessmen/business-executives/claire-williams-net-worth/#:~:text=Claire%20Williams%20net%20worth%3A%20Claire,Williams%20Formula%20One%20racing%20team.">net worth</a> of $20 million.

Her first job with the team was as a communications officer. It wasn't long before she was promoted to head of communications in 2010.
<h2>Claire Williams' Emotional Farewell</h2>
<h2><strong>Claire Williams: Personal Life</strong></h2>
Far too often, Claire has had to juggle her Formula One duties and her personal life. This is especially important, as she has to balance life with her child and her husband as well.
<h2>Claire Williams: Charity and Foundations</h2>
Claire, Deputy Team Principal of Williams, is the Vice President of the Spinal Injuries Association, the outfit's official charity partner.

The Spinal Injuries Association provided support to Claire's father and Williams founder and team boss, Sir Frank Williams after he suffered a spinal cord injury in a car accident in 1986.

Williams has since helped to raise funds and awareness for the charity.
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<td width="319">44</td>
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<td width="319">Marc Harris</td>
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Claire Williams

CIRCUIT DE BARCELONA-CATALUNYA, SPAIN &#8211; MAY 12: Claire Williams, Deputy Team Principal, Williams Martini Racing during the Spanish GP at Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya on May 12, 2018 in Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya, Spain. (Photo by Glenn Dunbar / LAT Images) Claire Williams: 2021 Net Worth, Salary and Endorsements Claire Williams is the daughter of Sir Frank Williams. She was the deputy team principal of Williams F1. She graduated from Newcastle University in 1999 with a degree in Politics and took over the deputy team principal role from her father. However, she only became associated with Formula One from 2002 onwards. A year later, Claire earned another promotion, this time to director of marketing and communications for Williams. When Frank Williams stepped down in March 2012, Claire succeeded him as the family representative on the board. Finally, in March 2013, she took on the role of deputy team principal of the Williams F1 racing team. On 3 September 2020, Williams announced she was resigning as deputy team principal of the Williams team after 7 September 2020. However, on race day, she had the honor of sending driver Nicholas Latifi out of the garage and into the recon lap to head to the grid. As Latifi and George Russell crossed the line, the two thanked Claire for giving them the opportunity to race in F1. Claire Williams: Net Worth As per Celebrity Net Worth, Claire has a net worth of $20 million. Her first job with the team was as a communications officer. It wasn&#8217;t long before she was promoted to head of communications in 2010. Claire Williams&#8217; Emotional Farewell Claire Williams: Personal Life Far too often, Claire has had to juggle her Formula One duties and her personal life. This is especially important, as she has to balance life with her child and her husband as well. Claire Williams: Charity and Foundations Claire, Deputy Team Principal of Williams, is the Vice President of the Spinal Injuries Association, the outfit&#8217;s official charity partner. The Spinal Injuries Association provided support to Claire&#8217;s father and Williams founder and team boss, Sir Frank Williams after he suffered a spinal cord injury in a car accident in 1986. Williams has since helped to raise funds and awareness for the charity.  Age 44  Marital Status Married  Spouse Marc Harris  Residence Windsor  Nationality British  Endorsements None

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