Who really controls the Williams F1 team? A bitter legal battle has put this question centre stage

<p><strong>Special report:</strong> Allegations of sexism, racism and expenses fiddling are flying in US courts, drawing in leading figures in motor racing and some famous names in music. But the precise role of Peter de Putron, a Jersey-based billionaire, is one of the most intriguing subjects</p><p>On the track, the Williams Formula One team are attempting to revive former glories through their talented driving team of Alex Albon and Carlos Sainz and the team principal, James Vowles.</p><p>Away from the track, the team and their parent company, Dorilton, are embroiled in a messy dispute&nbsp;with a former executive, Claudia Schwarz, who was dismissed in 2022. In court filings, she alleges she was fired after raising concerns about sexism towards her and racism, with claims drawing in Lewis Hamilton’s foundation and the artists Wyclef Jean and Shaggy.</p> <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/sport/2026/may/28/who-really-owns-the-williams-f1-team-legal-battle-special-report">Continue reading...</a>