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Toto Wolff is not getting ahead of himself – or letting his team – after a first victory of the current F1 season.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has cautioned against expecting the team to maintain the exceptional performance they displayed at the Canadian Grand Prix. George Russell achieved a dominant victory at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve, with pole position and fastest lap, while his teammate Kimi Antonelli secured his first F1 podium.
Wolff emphasized the need to adjust expectations, noting that rival F1 teams will pose a stronger challenge at the upcoming race at the Red Bull Ring than they did in Montreal. The unique characteristics of the W16 suited the Montreal track but may not be as advantageous at other circuits.
While Wolff acknowledged the team’s progress and strong performance in Montreal as a result of hard work, he pointed out that such success cannot be guaranteed each race weekend. The team remains focused on continued development and competitiveness, anticipating a tougher challenge in upcoming races like the one in Austria.
