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Mercedes shed light on their recent F1 2025 performance slide.
Mercedes have acknowledged that recent changes have negatively impacted the performance of their 2025 F1 car. Despite being competitive at the start of the season, the team has experienced a significant decline in results, with George Russell’s podium finishes becoming rare. An internal meeting was held to address the issues with the W16 challenger, particularly regarding instability under braking and turning at high speeds. The team’s technical director, James Allison, suggested that the decline in performance may be a result of self-inflicted changes rather than advancements by other teams. Mercedes is working to identify and rectify the issues before the upcoming Hungarian Grand Prix, aiming to bounce back before the mandatory August shutdown begins.
