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Wolff: No crystal ball on when Mercedes can beat Red Bull in F1
The new W15 was launched at Silverstone on Wednesday morning with Lewis Hamilton and George Russell taking it for some initial shakedown laps, as per tradition. Toto Wolff expressed optimism about the new car, acknowledging the challenge of competing with the dominant team of the past two seasons. He highlighted the strong ambition to rival Red Bull, emphasizing the realistic approach needed despite the team’s aspirations. The focus is on consolidating positions relative to Ferrari and McLaren, while aiming to race at the very front. Wolff emphasized the importance of introspection and addressing past mistakes to ensure a better performance in the upcoming season. The team is determined to overcome challenges and return to the forefront of Formula 1 with the new W15.
