Williams development driver Susie Wolff has confirmed she is ‘hanging up her helmet’ and retiring from Formula 1 after admitting her dream of racing in F1 “it isn’t going to happen”.
Wolff has spent four years with Williams and during the time became the first women in 22 years to compete in a live F1 session when she took part in free practice at the British and German Grands Prix last season.
Her last motorsport event will be the upcoming Race of Champions.
“I’d like to thank Williams for the opportunity they have given me over the last few years which has allowed me to achieve my dream of driving a Formula 1 car.
“It has been great to work with everyone at the team, both at Grove and trackside, and I’d like to thank everyone who has been part of my journey at Williams.
“I am now closing this chapter but looking forward to new challenges in the future.”
Claire Williams, deputy team principal, added: “It has been a pleasure to work with Susie over the years and see her develop as a driver within the team. Her feedback and knowledge of the car has been an important part our recent development and we will be sorry to see her go.
“We want to thank her for all her efforts and wish her the very best for her future endeavours. We will of course be supporting both Susie and Felipe at the Race of Champions, and hope Susie has a great weekend to mark the last time we see her race.”
