Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has weighed in on Nyck de Vries’ career trajectory, hinting that the young driver might have been a viable contender for a Red Bull Formula 1 seat had he been given more time to prove his capabilities. De Vries, following a noteworthy debut with Williams in Italy the previous year,
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Lewis Hamilton’s contract negotiations with Mercedes, known for their deliberate pace, have once again taken centre stage in the Formula 1 community. As his current two-year deal nears its conclusion at the close of 2023, discussions are ongoing regarding a potential extension that could see the seven-time champion continue racing well into his 40s. The
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Ferrari team principal Frederic Vasseur believes it’s down to the team to “do better” and catch Red Bull, rather than get the FIA to implement new rules to slow the Austrians down. Lewis Hamilton has a differing view and has called for the FIA to introduce a set date as to when all the teams
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has criticised some of the teams in Formula 1 for jumping on the “bandwagon”, following last week’s meeting of the F1 Commission. One of the topics discussed in the recent meeting was capital expenditure, with Williams team principal James Vowles having called for the rules to be changed. Vowles has
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Lewis Hamilton believes Mercedes have made “big steps” since introducing their new concept at the Monaco Grand Prix, which saw the Germans scrap their ‘zero-sidepod’ philosophy. Mercedes arrived at the Circuit de Monaco back in May with a traditional sidepod design for the first time since 2021, with the outfit having finally come to terms
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The connection between Lewis Hamilton, the renowned Mercedes Formula One driver, and international superstar Shakira has recently stirred rumours of a bond that transcends friendship. Their frequent sightings together over the course of this year, coupled with Shakira’s presence at three different grands prix, have ignited speculation about the nature of their relationship. However, both
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has been busy praising reserve driver Mick Schumacher, who he admits is “such a great guy”. Schumacher joined the Silver Arrows at the start of the 2023 season in his backup role, following the departure of former Mercedes reserve Nyck de Vries. The timing of De Vries’ exit to AlphaTauri
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As the Formula 1 world takes a pause for the summer hiatus, Mercedes is sat in an advantageous position despite Red Bull’s ongoing dominance. While the Silver Arrows can’t end Red Bull’s victory streak, the team appears destined for the season’s runner-up spot. During the 2023 Hungarian Grand Prix, Mercedes displayed renewed vigor, harking back
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Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has expressed his dissatisfaction with the F1 landscape being dominated by Max Verstappen, attributing the perceived tedium to the absence of a formidable challenge from Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez. This perspective contrasts with the stance taken by commentator David Croft, who calls out those criticising Verstappen’s command in the
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Toto Wolff, the seasoned Mercedes Formula 1 team figurehead, has provided a thoughtful response to the unprecedented dominance demonstrated by Red Bull Racing in the ongoing 2023 season. Red Bull’s remarkable achievement of clinching victory in the initial 12 races of the season, with a mere two wins attributed to Sergio Perez and the remaining
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