“Like a Bus”: Nyck De Vries Asked to Keep Expectations Low By Williams Boss Amid Possible F1 Link Up

Jost Capito and his team do not make the headlines that often. However, following his team’s splendid effort in Monza, with a sensational F1 debut from Nyck de Vries, Williams and the Dutch driver have been in the limelight. Moreover, after announcing Nicholas Latifi’s departure from the team, de Vries seems to be the favorite to replace him.

Jost Capito has mended the careers of drivers as a Team boss. The Williams CEO also dominated the WRC series with Volkswagen as they won multiple consecutive Drivers and Constructors championships. Additionally, he also nurtured current Mercedes driver George Russell under his wing.

In a recent interview, Jost talked about Nyck de Vries and his performance in Monza. Furthermore, he also shared how Nyck and he share a great friendship.  When asked, “If De Vries wants to win races, he shouldn’t sign with you?” Capito joked and said, “Exactly. That’s right like a bus, hahaha.” [Translated from Google Translate]

Further, the Williams CEO said, “We are good friends and we will remain that way. I know exactly what he has in store for me. Nyck did what I expected in Monza. Don’t underestimate that: the first time in a Formula 1 car with a full tank of fuel.” 

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He praised the Mercedes reserve driver for his performance and added, “It was a special moment, but I knew he could do it. I have a lot of experience guiding racing drivers. Then you feel whether someone is ready. Or not. You look in the eye and see the self-confidence. Or not”.

Williams has also been linked with Logan Sargeant and Mick Schumacher for their vacant seat in 2023.

Nicholas Latifi disappointed to part ways with Williams Racing

After 3 years with Williams Racing, Nicholas Latifi will bid farewell to Williams as his contract expires at the end of the season. The boy from Montreal has scored 7 points in his tenure. The Canadian acknowledges the results just weren’t coming for him and accepts the decision of the team.

Latifi said, “I do understand the decision; at the end of the day, it’s a results-based industry, performance-based industry and this year it didn’t work out for many different reasons.”

Latifi also said that he plans on returning to F1 soon. He added, “Formula 1 is definitely where I want to be, it’s the pinnacle of motorsport and what I’ve dedicated most of my life to. If there’s an option here I’d be silly to say no, but for now, just focus on the last six races.”

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Williams boss will be carefully assessing the final 6 races of the year before he chooses a driver for next year. While Nyck de Vries is rumored to replace Latifi, the Dutchman is also on the radar of Alpine and AlphaTauri. Who do you think Williams should sign to partner Alex Albon?