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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has claimed that the finale to the 2021 season that cost his driver Lewis Hamilton a record world championship was excellent for…
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff believes the controversial finale to the 2021 F1 season that deprived Lewis Hamilton of a historic championship win was ultimately beneficial for the sport’s growth.
Hamilton’s loss in Abu Dhabi to Max Verstappen, due to a disputed safety car decision, prevented him from breaking Michael Schumacher’s seven titles record, marking the end of Mercedes’ dominance in F1.
Despite the backlash and protests, the outcome stood, leading to a shift in F1’s narrative with younger drivers like Verstappen and Hamilton attracting new audiences and enhancing the sport’s competitiveness.
Wolff acknowledged the positive impact of the heightened drama and media attention surrounding the season finale, emphasizing the importance of delivering credible and exciting racing to sustain F1’s growth.
As Mercedes navigates a changing landscape with drivers like George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, the team aims to bounce back from recent setbacks and reclaim its competitive edge in upcoming races, starting with the Mexican Grand Prix.
