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Mercedes bring first major upgrade of F1 2026 to Canadian Grand Prix in bid to fend off rivals
Mercedes will introduce its first major upgrade of the 2026 Formula 1 season at the Canadian Grand Prix, aiming to maintain its perfect start.
With Mercedes securing pole positions and wins in all four opening races, driver Andrea Kimi Antonelli holds a surprising 20-point lead over teammate George Russell.
Despite Mercedes’ strong performance, rivals like McLaren have narrowed the gap with significant upgrades in Miami.
McLaren, led by reigning world champion Lando Norris, showed improvement and plans to continue developing their car for future races.
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff emphasized the importance of staying focused and building momentum throughout the season.
