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Mercedes have explained some of the factors behind their F1 Canadian Grand Prix 1-3.
Mercedes’ Toto Wolff shared insights into the team’s strong performance at the F1 Canadian Grand Prix, attributing their success to overcoming heat struggles and implementing new car adjustments. George Russell secured a victory, fending off Max Verstappen, while Kimi Antonelli earned his first F1 podium, marking a stellar weekend for Mercedes in 2025. Wolff joked about a correlation between his pullover and the team’s performance in hot temperatures, emphasizing improvements to the car’s rear suspension and track conditions in Montreal as contributing factors to their dominance. The reintroduction of a new rear suspension layout aimed at managing rear tire overheating was part of Mercedes’ strategy, but Wolff underscored that it was not a sole solution for their performance. Looking ahead to the Austrian Grand Prix, Wolff remained cautious, noting the need to adapt to different challenges and emphasizing the team’s focus on the upcoming race.
