Victor Martins discusses role as Williams F1 simulator driver
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 6, 2026, 2:44 PM
Last updated Aug 6, 2026

Victor Martins, a simulator driver for Williams F1, spoke about the varying levels of influence he has on the car's development. Martins emphasized that while he contributes to the team's progress, his impact is indirect, guiding the improvements through collaboration with various departments. The insights he provides help refine the car’s performance. As of now, the team is focused on continued development and analysis ahead of future races.
- •Victor Martins explains his indirect impact on car development.
- •He collaborates with various departments within the Williams team.
- •Martins participates in the continuous development process.
- •The team remains focused on analyzing performance for future improvements.
- 2:44 PMAutosport — What is it like being a Williams F1 simulator driver?
- 2:27 PMMotorsport.com — What life is like as a Williams F1 simulator driver
"Motorsport: Let’s talk about your current role at Williams. Can you explain what impact you have on the car? Victor Martins: “I can have an impact on the car, but is it direct? Not necessarily, I’d say, because there are many people in the team, many departments, many things to improve, to analyse – so ‘direct’, I’d say no. “However, taking part in development, yes – be it ...Keep reading
"Autosport: Let’s talk about your current role at Williams. Can you explain what impact you have on the car? Victor Martins: “I can have an impact on the car, but is it direct? Not necessarily, I’d say, because there are many people in the team, many departments, many things to improve, to analyse – so ‘direct’, I’d say no. “However, taking part in development, yes – be it ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportAug 6, 2026, 2:44 PMWhat is it like being a Williams F1 simulator driver?
Autosport: Let’s talk about your current role at Williams. Can you explain what impact you have on the car? Victor Martins: “I can have an impact on the car, but is it direct? Not necessarily, I’d say, because there are many people in the team, many departments, many things to improve, to analyse – so ‘direct’, I’d say no. “However, taking part in development, yes – be it ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comAug 6, 2026, 2:27 PMWhat life is like as a Williams F1 simulator driver
Motorsport: Let’s talk about your current role at Williams. Can you explain what impact you have on the car? Victor Martins: “I can have an impact on the car, but is it direct? Not necessarily, I’d say, because there are many people in the team, many departments, many things to improve, to analyse – so ‘direct’, I’d say no. “However, taking part in development, yes – be it ...Keep reading
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