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Toto Wolff has been an integral part of the highly successful Mercedes F1 set-up but has suffered mental health concerns for a number of years.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has openly discussed his struggles with mental health throughout his Formula 1 career. He joined Mercedes in 2013, following his time at Williams F1. Under Wolff’s leadership, Mercedes achieved an unprecedented streak of winning eight consecutive constructors’ championships from 2014 to 2021. Despite his professional success, Wolff admitted to grappling with mental health issues, referring to it as a “superpower” with advantages. Seeking support, he has engaged in numerous sessions with psychologists, striving to optimize problem-solving methods and has spent over 300 to 350 hours in therapy. Wolff views challenging times as his “comfort zone,” driven by a determination to overcome obstacles and finding solutions.
