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Wolff: Mercedes can’t just keep living off F1 ‘bright spots’
The German manufacturer, despite Lewis Hamilton’s success in China, faced challenges in the main grand prix finishing behind McLaren and Ferrari. Team Principal Toto Wolff emphasized the need for Mercedes to improve its performance and elevate its game, rather than relying on glimmers of hope. The team continues to struggle with finding the right set-up for the W15, especially in high-speed corners. Mercedes aims to address the issues and deliver a stronger showing in upcoming races, like in Miami. Wolff acknowledges the progress made with high-speed characteristics but stresses the importance of improvement to compete effectively in all types of corners. Despite a lack of podium finishes, Wolff remains confident in Mercedes’ potential and sees room for improvement to match competitors like McLaren and Ferrari.
