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An X-rated piece of advice from Mercedes F1 team principal Toto Wolff has been revealed in response to losing a key member of his team.
Former Mercedes strategy director James Vowles left to become Williams’ team principal in 2023, following significant success with Mercedes in previous seasons. Under Vowles’ leadership, Williams has shown notable improvement and is aiming for their best constructors’ championship finish since 2017. Vowles’ strategic moves, including signing Carlos Sainz, have positioned Williams strongly for the upcoming regulatory changes in 2026. Despite Mercedes’ decline in performance post-Vowles, they are gearing up for a resurgence with the potential addition of Max Verstappen to their lineup. In the current season, Williams and Mercedes drivers are battling for position in the drivers’ championship, with an intense competition unfolding. Throughout this transitional period, Vowles reflects on Toto Wolff’s advice to him and his own journey from Mercedes to Williams, highlighting the growth opportunities and challenges he faced.
