In the latest Formula 1 news, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff discusses Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s dramatic debut crash at the Italian Grand Prix, offering insights into the pressures and expectations faced by young drivers in the sport.
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Mercedes drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton were left scratching their heads after a disappointing outing at the Dutch Grand Prix, where the team lacked pace and struggled to challenge at the front. Russell finished 7th, while Hamilton’s grid penalty hampered his chances of a podium finish.
In a rare and honest interview, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff shares insights into his long-standing relationship with Red Bull’s Formula 1 world champion Max Verstappen, including his attempts to sign the Dutchman and the challenges they have faced. Wolff’s candid comments offer a glimpse into the high-stakes rivalry between the two top teams in F1.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed that Fernando Alonso rejected an opportunity to join the German team, instead opting to extend his contract with Aston Martin. This comes amidst speculation over Lewis Hamilton’s future with Mercedes beyond 2025.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has emphasized that the squad’s recent resurgence in form will not sway their decision-making process when selecting Lewis Hamilton’s replacement. The team’s recent success has not altered Wolff’s approach to choosing Hamilton’s successor, as they remain focused on finding the right driver for the team’s future success.
Mercedes’ back-to-back wins in Austria and Britain have reignited the team’s ambitions, with Toto Wolff seemingly making a subtle pitch to sign Max Verstappen for 2025. Despite Verstappen’s commitment to Red Bull, Wolff’s comments suggest Mercedes believes their improved performance could sway the Dutch driver’s decision.
As the dust settles on the British Grand Prix, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has opened up about the team’s remarkable turnaround in competitiveness, which culminated in Lewis Hamilton’s thrilling victory at Silverstone. Wolff confessed that he wasn’t expecting the team to be in a position to win the British Grand Prix, but revealed that Mercedes is now back in contention, citing the team’s renewed potential and Hamilton’s latest win arriving on pure speed.
Mercedes-AMG Petronas F1 Team principal Toto Wolff has heaped praise on George Russell for his superb victory at the Austrian Grand Prix, marking a welcome return to the top step of the podium for the team. Wolff emphasized Russell’s pace and ability to capitalize on the opportunity, expressing optimism about the team’s prospects at the upcoming British Grand Prix.
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has rejected the notion that Max Verstappen’s collision with Lando Norris in the Austrian Grand Prix was a result of unpunished incidents in the past. Wolff emphasized that he didn’t see a correlation between the 2021 incidents and the recent clash, and defended Verstappen’s approach.
Red Bull Team Principal Christian Horner has accused Mercedes of using a ‘distraction tactic’ in their public pursuit of Max Verstappen, aiming to unsettle the reigning Formula 1 champions. Horner believes Mercedes’ interest is not genuine and is instead a ploy to divert attention from their own driver market issues.