Williams unveils 1981-inspired livery for Madrid return

Williams will run a one-off 1981-inspired livery on its FW48 at this weekend's Spanish Grand Prix in Madrid. The white, green and navy blue scheme pays tribute to the FW07C that won the 1981 constructors' title — the last time F1 raced in the Spanish capital.

Why it matters:

The livery connects Williams' championship-winning past with its current rebuild. It also marks Madrid's first F1 race in 45 years at the new Madring circuit.

The details:

• The livery was revealed at a fan event at Madrid's Plaza de Callao on Tuesday.
• It honours the FW07C driven by Alan Jones and Carlos Reutemann to the 1981 title at Jarama.
• James Vowles: "Our mission to get back to the front of the grid is drawn from everything we've done before... The car looks fantastic."
• Carlos Sainz, preparing for his home race, is a Madring ambassador: "It's an honour to be bringing F1 back to Madrid where I drove a kart for the first time."
• Sainz and Alex Albon will wear matching race suits.

What's next:

The Spanish GP takes place on Sunday 13 September at the Madring, a 22-turn layout mixing permanent sections and public roads. Williams will hope the nostalgic livery brings a change of fortune as they target points in front of Sainz's home crowd.