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Patrick Head knighted for motorsport services

One of the men instrumental in the establishment of Williams Grand Prix, Patrick Head, has been awarded a knighthood by the Queen. Up until his departure in 2004, Patrick Head acted in the role of technical director; he helped Sir Frank Williams establish the team back in the 1970s. Between himself and Frank, they won a total of 9 constructor's championships. This also encompassed the 1990s, where the team were the dominant force under the design lead of Adrian Newey. As part of the Queen’s birthday honors, Head was recognized for his services to motorsport and given a knighthood, making him Sir Patrick Head. “My name may be above the door, but I have always stressed that the creation...
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