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Toto Wolff explains reasons behind Japan F1 U-turn decision
Toto Wolff had initially planned to skip some flyaway races, including Japan, to manage his time better amidst F1’s expanding calendar. However, after a turbulent start to the 2024 season for Mercedes, he changed his mind last minute and decided to join the team in Suzuka. Wolff felt it was crucial to be present, especially during a weekend where the team had scheduled key experiments to improve the W15’s performance. Despite recent struggles, Wolff is confident in Mercedes’ ability to bounce back and tackle the challenges they face in the current ground effect era of F1. The team is working to address discrepancies between their real-life car’s downforce levels and simulation data, aiming to translate virtual performance into on-track success in a more effective way.
