Latifi made his F1 debut with Williams at the start of 2020 on a three-year deal but struggled to match teammates George Russell and Alex Albon on form during his time with the team.
The Canadian’s departure has been widely expected for several months, but Williams confirmed the news on Friday, revealing that his contract will not be extended.
Williams said he would announce a replacement for Latifi “in due course”.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Williams Racing – everyone back at the factory and those I have worked with on the track – over the past three years,” Latifi said in a statement.
“My F1 debut was postponed due to the pandemic, but we finally started in Austria and, although we didn’t achieve the results together that we were hoping for, it was still a fantastic journey.
“Getting those first points in Hungary last year was a moment I will never forget, and I will approach the next chapter of my career with special memories of my time with this dedicated team. ‘between us will not stop making every effort until the end of the season.
Nicholas Latifi, Williams FW44
Photo by: Alessio Morgese
Latifi scored zero points in his first full season at Williams as the team struggled at the back of the grid. His first F1 score came in Hungary last year when he finished seventh, helping Williams to its first points in more than two years.
But following his accident at the Abu Dhabi season finale last year and the subsequent safety car impact on the championship, Latifi has been the subject of death threats and extensive online abuse, which affected him mentally.
Latifi has failed to finish a run above 12th so far this season, while Albon and Nyck de Vries – who replaced Albon at Monza – managed to score points for Williams.
Williams F1 boss Jost Capito paid tribute to Latifi as “a great team player who has a great attitude towards his colleagues and his work and who is appreciated and respected throughout the company”.
“Our time together is now coming to an end, but I know he will do everything possible to maximize what we can do together for the rest of this season,” Capito said.
“We wish him well for his future, both in and out of the cockpit.”
Latifi told Zandvoort he would not consider any other racing options for 2023 until his future with Williams is settled, but the chances of staying on the F1 grid look remote.
Williams is known to be considering de Vries for a full-time seat in 2023, but the team faces competition from Alpine and AlphaTauri for the Dutchman’s signature.
Another option for Williams is one of his academy drivers, Logan Sargeant, who currently races in Formula 2 and needs a top five to earn a super licence.
Latifi made his F1 debut with Williams at the start of 2020 on a three-year deal but struggled to match teammates George Russell and Alex Albon on form during his time with the team.
The Canadian’s departure has been widely expected for several months, but Williams confirmed the news on Friday, revealing that his contract will not be extended.
Williams said he would announce a replacement for Latifi “in due course”.
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone at Williams Racing – everyone back at the factory and those I have worked with on the track – over the past three years,” Latifi said in a statement.
“My F1 debut was postponed due to the pandemic, but we finally started in Austria and, although we didn’t achieve the results together that we were hoping for, it was still a fantastic journey.
“Getting those first points in Hungary last year was a moment I will never forget, and I will approach the next chapter of my career with special memories of my time with this dedicated team. ‘between us will not stop making every effort until the end of the season.
Nicholas Latifi, Williams FW44
Photo by: Alessio Morgese
Latifi scored zero points in his first full season at Williams as the team struggled at the back of the grid. His first F1 score came in Hungary last year when he finished seventh, helping Williams to its first points in more than two years.
But following his accident at the Abu Dhabi season finale last year and the subsequent safety car impact on the championship, Latifi has been the subject of death threats and extensive online abuse, which affected him mentally.
Latifi has failed to finish a run above 12th so far this season, while Albon and Nyck de Vries – who replaced Albon at Monza – managed to score points for Williams.
Williams F1 boss Jost Capito paid tribute to Latifi as “a great team player who has a great attitude towards his colleagues and his work and who is appreciated and respected throughout the company”.
“Our time together is now coming to an end, but I know he will do everything possible to maximize what we can do together for the rest of this season,” Capito said.
“We wish him well for his future, both in and out of the cockpit.”
Latifi told Zandvoort he would not consider any other racing options for 2023 until his future with Williams is settled, but the chances of staying on the F1 grid look remote.
Williams is known to be considering de Vries for a full-time seat in 2023, but the team faces competition from Alpine and AlphaTauri for the Dutchman’s signature.
Another option for Williams is one of his academy drivers, Logan Sargeant, who currently races in Formula 2 and needs a top five to earn a super licence.