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Another key member of the Mercedes team is to leave, a spokesperson has confirmed to RacingNews365.
Mercedes’ chief aerodynamicist Gioacchino Vino is set to depart the team after a period of gardening leave, as confirmed by a team spokesperson to RacingNews365. Vino had been in the role since October 2022, following a promotion from principal aerodynamicist. His departure coincides with Loic Serra and Jerome D’Ambrosio’s move to Ferrari on October 1st, ahead of Lewis Hamilton’s transition to Maranello in 2025. Amidst these changes, Mercedes had previously lost Chief Technical Officer Mike Elliott as they strive to strengthen their position in the competitive field. Despite the departures, Technical Director James Allison expressed confidence in the team’s continuous accumulation of technical expertise during the Team Principal’s Press Conference. Allison emphasized the importance of retaining and attracting experienced and skilled individuals, highlighting Mercedes’ ongoing efforts to maintain a strong team.
