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Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff presented a different message to media than his driver duo of Kimi Antonelli and George Russell after the Miami Grand Prix.
In 2026, the Mercedes F1 squad led by team principal Toto Wolff and drivers Kimi Antonelli and George Russell seem to be not on the same page following the Miami Grand Prix.
Antonelli extended his lead over Russell in the championship standings, despite Mercedes facing more struggles than usual as indicated by the young driver.
Wolff, however, praised the revised chassis and power unit regulations, expressing satisfaction with the changes made during the F1 break.
Despite Wolff’s positive outlook, Antonelli acknowledged the team’s difficulties over the weekend in Miami, hinting at potential challenges beyond Russell’s known struggle at the “bogey track.”
It remains to be seen if Mercedes can address their issues and work together effectively to continue their success in the 2026 F1 season.
