Williams is hoping to put pen to paper on a new Formula 1 engine deal with Mercedes in the near future, dismissing suggestions it could switch to a Renault supply. Williams has enjoyed a power unit supply from Mercedes since the start of the V6 hybrid era in 2014, scoring 15 podium finishes and one pole position in that period. Speculation emerged ahead of the British Grand Prix earlier this month that Williams was weighing up a switch to Renault engines at the end of its current contract, but deputy chief Claire Williams was quick to knock back the report, underlining the team's commitment to Mercedes. "There’s a lot of speculation about Williams at the moment!" Williams...
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