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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has revealed internal conversations with George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli on its intra-team racing ethics, after the pair were involved in a heated on-track battle in the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix Sprint.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff discussed team racing ethics with George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli following their on-track battle at the Canadian Grand Prix Sprint. The incident involved Antonelli being squeezed onto the grass by Russell, leading to tensions and radio rants. Wolff intervened, urging Antonelli to focus on driving instead of complaining over the radio. A private conversation was requested to resolve the issue. Wolff drew on past experiences dealing with contentious title battles within the team. Despite the conflict, Wolff viewed the situation as a positive learning opportunity for the team. The pair’s performance in the Sprint Race generated excitement for the upcoming 2026 season.
