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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has admitted that he wasn’t expecting the team to be in a position to win Formula 1’s British Grand Prix despite “hints” in the right direction. The German squad’s upturn in competitiveness was cemented at Silverstone as Lewis Hamilton emerged triumphant in a race for the first time since December 2021. […]
Lewis Hamilton’s victory at Silverstone marked an important shift for the German squad, showcasing their heightened competitiveness following a dry spell since December 2021. This win further solidified Mercedes’ success in the ground effect era, with George Russell’s recent triumph in Austria contributing to their back-to-back victories. Team principal Toto Wolff expressed his delight at Hamilton’s win achieved through pure speed in a fierce battle against McLaren and Red Bull. Despite Mercedes’ improved performance, Wolff remained cautiously optimistic about their potential for the upcoming races and acknowledged Russell’s assessment of their resurgence. Wolff emphasized the challenges faced over the past years but celebrated Hamilton’s fairy-tale-like return to the top step at the British Grand Prix. Looking ahead, he aims for more wins in 2024 and maintains a forward-looking perspective without dwelling on past regrets.
