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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has revealed that, in 2016, he hatched a shocking double-firing of Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg with the pair at the height of their Formula 1 rivalry.
In 2016, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff considered firing Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg due to their escalating rivalry in Formula 1. The British and German drivers competed fiercely for the World Championship for four seasons at Mercedes. Incidents in Spain and Austria during the 2016 season intensified tensions between Hamilton and Rosberg. Wolff eventually decided to take action after the collision in Austria, emphasizing the importance of team cohesion above personal rivalry. The public exchange between Hamilton and Rosberg in Austria marked a turning point, leading to the decision to let both drivers go. Wolff emphasized the need for drivers to respect the team and brand interests above individual achievements to maintain a healthy team dynamic.
