Williams Mercedes FW43B takes to the track at the Bahrain International Circuit 12 Mar 2021 Ahead of the 2021 FIA Formula One World Championship, the Williams Mercedes FW43B took to the track this morning for pre-season testing at Bahrain’s International Circuit. The team’s Development Driver, Roy Nissany was behind the wheel, with Williams race drivers set to take responsibility for the remainder of the weekend. Nicholas Latifi will drive on Saturday, and George Russell will conclude the test on Sunday 14 th March. Whilst evolutionary on the technical side, the Williams-Mercedes FW43B has a dramatic new visual identity and livery that captures that indefatigable racing spirit of the team’s glorious past, its present transformation and its drive to future ambitions. To accompany the striking livery, Williams has proudly welcomed several new partners and suppliers to the team; OMP Racing, B&R Automation, ZEISS, Nexa3D and Bremont Watches. Team partners, Acronis, The Financial Times, DTEX and the SIA have renewed their agreements and Sofina, Lavazza, Versa, PONOS, Symantec, IQONIQ, Pirelli, Umbro, PPG, Thales, Crew Clothing, U-Earth and Precision Hydration continue in the portfolio. Williams Racing looks forward to strengthening these relationships as the team enters a new era with support from Dorilton Capital.