P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Lewis Hamilton has argued Mercedes has a “pretty impossible” task to hit the ground running with the updates it has brought to F1’s United States Grand Prix.
Mercedes started the season strong with three wins before the summer break, but their performance declined with only one podium in the last four races. The team, including driver Lewis Hamilton, is optimistic that the recent break allowed them to analyze and address their performance issues. Mercedes believes their latest upgrades will help them get back on track and compete at a higher level. However, the limited practice time in Austin due to the Sprint format may hinder their ability to fully maximize the new upgrades. Despite the challenges, Mercedes and their drivers are determined to improve and fight for top positions in the upcoming races. George Russell expects the team to benefit greatly from the latest upgrades and hopes to be competitive against strong rivals like McLaren and Red Bull.
