Williams has announced that Gary Paffett has been appointed the team's simulator driver for 2016.

Paffett has joined the team for the 2016 season to assist the vehicle science department in developing the FW38 at the team's Grove HQ. He will work closely with the team to provide extensive feedback to help the continued development of this year's car.

Paffett's previous experience includes being a McLaren test driver, the 1999 McLaren Autosport BRDC award winner and 2005 DTM champion. Between 2001 and 2013 he took part in 72 official Formula One test days, completing 4971 laps and clocking up 22,745 km in the process.

"I am really pleased to be joining the Williams as simulator driver to aid in the development of this year's car," said Paffett. "The team has such a great pedigree and history in Formula One. I look forward to supporting the team over this year in my new role."

"We're delighted to have someone with Gary's experience join us at Williams," added Claire Williams. "He is a highly professional racing driver and his level of testing knowledge, and ability to analyse data, will significantly help to drive forward development of the FW38 throughout the season."

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1. Posted by Paul C, 05/02/2016 3:09

"He should enter the Play Station contest to get a real drive in endurance cars."

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2. Posted by Tweek, 04/02/2016 2:20

"Congratulations on becoming a professional gamer..... If only he was allowed to do some actual driving. Stupid testing rules"

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3. Posted by White Lightning, 02/02/2016 9:42

"Good move, he's vastly experienced. Williams are putting a good little team together, could well capitalise on any Mercedes missteps this year what with Honda forgetting how to tune and Renault's focus elsewhere."

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