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Mercedes has endured a challenging two seasons in Formula 1, slipping back in the pecking order following the introduction of new technical regulations.
George Russell has expressed caution about Mercedes’s ability to bounce back quickly from a tough start to the 2024 Formula 1 season, with the team failing to secure a podium finish in the first six races.Mercedes has slipped in competitiveness following the implementation of new technical regulations in 2022, earning just one victory in the past 50 races.Russell emphasizes the need to stay realistic about their current performance level and build upon it, rather than expecting sudden success despite recent upgrades.The team introduced new parts at the Miami Grand Prix and plans further improvements at Imola, aiming to benefit from upcoming tracks like Barcelona where they have historically performed well.While optimistic about understanding their challenges and having a clear direction for improvement, Russell refrains from predicting a specific timeframe for reaching their car’s full potential.
