Williams and Mercedes are discussing the opportunity to work more closely as the former looks to return to competitive ways following a recent slump. Williams have gradually been in decline and is currently the lowest ranked team with just four points, less than a quarter of what nearest rival Sauber have scored (18). The opportunity to have closer ties with engine supplier Mercedes has been mooted as a way to boost performance and Williams chief technical officer Paddy Lowe admitted they are open to the idea, which would be similar to the Ferrari/Haas deal, which sees the American outfit source as much as the rules allow from the Italian team, effectively becoming a Ferrari...
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