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Toto Wolff has revealed a specific “problem” that made negotiating new deals for Lewis Hamilton at F1 giants Mercedes, something he “hated” doing.
Toto Wolff disclosed a specific challenge he faced in negotiating new deals for Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes in Formula 1, a task he found distasteful. The duo’s successful 11-year partnership resulted in six Drivers’ Championships for Hamilton and seven Constructors’ titles for Mercedes, setting records in F1. Despite their close friendship off the track, negotiations strained their relationship as they sought the best for their respective sides. To ease tensions, an intermediary was brought in to quickly resolve the contract discussions that both Wolff and Hamilton detested. Wolff emphasized the complexity of negotiating with emotionally invested athletes and the importance of maintaining good relationships while navigating tough negotiations. Additionally, Wolff addressed criticisms from Nico Rosberg, asserting his commitment to fairness and balancing the needs of both driver and team.
