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The two F1 fallen giants that must adapt or die

Two of Formula 1's most successful teams have been in a spiral of decline over recent years. Unless they adapt to the changes occurring in the championship, they risk being left behind for good

It seems hard to believe that once mighty powerhouses Williams and McLaren have fallen so hard this year. Both teams, with 296 Formula 1 wins and 17 constructors' titles collectively amassed between them, had come into 2018 expecting some form of resurrection.

McLaren's switch to Renault engines, and Williams's first car under ex-Mercedes technical chief Paddy Lowe, were expected to re-establish these teams towards the front of the grid.

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