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It has been a torrid last couple of years for Mercedes as it went from winning juggernaut to picking up points in the midfield. In an exclusive interview with RacingNews365, former F1 driver and analyst Timo Glock explains why it has continued to disappoint.
Former Formula 1 driver Timo Glock believes Mercedes faces a significant challenge in returning to their championship-winning form. The team showed improved performance in the US and Mexico City Grands Prix, but their confidence was shattered by a disappointing performance in the Sao Paulo Grand Prix due to lack of straight-line speed and high tyre wear. Glock believes that not understanding why they are sometimes quick and sometimes slow is the worst-case scenario for the team. He draws parallels to Toyota’s struggles in F1 and emphasizes the need for Mercedes to identify the reasons behind the discrepancy between simulation and real-world performance. Glock suggests that the new concept of the cars and the correlation issues between simulation, wind tunnel, and reality are contributing factors. He also acknowledges that the limitations imposed by the budget cap may have affected Mercedes’ ability to bring effective updates to the track. The departure of key personnel, such as Technical Director Mike Elliott, further complicates the team’s efforts to find the right direction.
Forrás: RacingNews 365
