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No messing about from Toto, he’s not having any distractions as Mercedes’ fight heats up.
Toto Wolff emphasizes that Mercedes is maintaining a cautious approach to the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix, despite their strong performance in 2024.
Mercedes has historically excelled on smooth tracks with cooler temperatures, similar to the conditions experienced during the 2024 race in Las Vegas.
George Russell claimed victory from pole position, with Lewis Hamilton’s impressive comeback to finish second, marking his last podium for the team in F1 to date.
The team is currently in a strong position for the 2025 season, on the verge of securing second place in the constructors’ championship, with success in Las Vegas crucial to solidify their position above Red Bull and Ferrari.
Although Mercedes holds a 32-point advantage over Red Bull and a further four points over Ferrari, Wolff stresses that past success in Las Vegas doesn’t guarantee Russell and Kimi Antonelli as the clear favorites for the weekend.
Wolff highlights the unique nature of the Las Vegas weekend in F1, with the high-speed layout and racing down the Strip at night adding an exciting challenge and attracting both new and existing fans to the sport.
As the championship battle intensifies with three race weekends remaining, Wolff acknowledges the fierce competition and emphasizes Mercedes’ readiness to engage in a tough fight until the season’s close.
