Steve Nielsen has joined Williams as sporting manager, just days after Toro Rosso confirmed his departure. Nielsen, who also had stints with the likes of Lotus, Benetton/Renault and Honda, joined the Faenza-based squad from Caterham in 2013, but STR announced on Friday that he has left the team without giving a reason. However, he is back in the big league with Williams confirming he has signed a contract. "Steve brings a wealth of experience of the sporting side of Formula One and will help us as a team as we aim to climb further up the Championship table," Chief technical officer Pat Symonds said. "He has won World Championships in the past and knows what needs to be done...
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