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Wolff wants repeat of Hamilton last lap title fight in Abu Dhabi
Mercedes F1 team principal Toto Wolff is pushing for an exciting title fight in Abu Dhabi for the upcoming 2026 season. The new regulations cycle in F1 means all teams will have smaller, lighter cars following the new engine rules. Mercedes was expected to be strong contenders for the 2026 championship, as their new car demonstrated reliability with 500 laps completed during the Barcelona shakedown. Despite their performance, Wolff emphasizes he does not seek dominance in the 2026 season. The 2026 F1 season kicks off in Melbourne for the Australian Grand Prix on March 8, following pre-season testing in Bahrain from February 11 to 13 and February 18 to 20.
