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Russell: Bouncing main issue with Mercedes W15 F1 car
Mercedes has stated that the W15 is a significant improvement over the previous W13 and W14 cars in terms of predictability in handling. George Russell mentioned that the new W15 feels like a completely different race car, requiring a different approach in setup due to its closer alignment to the ideal race car feeling. One area of focus for improvement on the W15 is related to stability while braking, as observed during testing sessions. Despite early challenges, Russell expressed confidence in Mercedes’ ability to develop the W15 and address issues such as lack of downforce. Both Russell and Lewis Hamilton emphasized that while there are still areas to work on, the W15 provides a better starting point for the team compared to the past. Hamilton highlighted the ongoing work needed to reach the level of competition set by Red Bull and Ferrari.
