The Williams team are in mourning following the death of Lady Virginia Williams, wife of founder Sir Frank Williams, at the age of 66.
A Williams team statement read: "Lady Virginia, or 'Ginny' as she was better known, died peacefully at the family home last night surrounded by Frank and the rest of the Williams family.
"Ginny had been bravely battling cancer for the past two and a half years.
"Ginny will always be an integral part of Williams' history and success, and today we pay tribute to a much loved member of the Williams family who will be sorely missed."
The team have asked for the family's wishes for privacy to be respected at this time.
