Initially in the shadow of big brother Michael, Ralf emerged a talented driver in his own right in 1999. A sixth place finish in the World Championship was a great result for him and for Williams, although performance in 2000 - so far - leaves something to be desired. Not helped by the car much this year, but one to watch in the future. Perhaps not in the same league as his bro, but then, who is? Initial tendencies towards
impetuosity now seemed to be curbed, perhaps by the influence of Frank Williams and need to impress next to media's latest darling, team mate Jenson Button.