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Toto Wolff is sure Mercedes made a leap forward in the Japanese Grand Prix despite seventh and ninth at Suzuka.
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff emphasizes the “solid progress” made with the W15 at the Japanese Grand Prix, despite a disappointing outcome. Lewis Hamilton qualified seventh and George Russell ninth at Suzuka, with Russell finishing fifth in Bahrain as the team’s best result. Wolff acknowledged a “fundamental” issue in high-speed corners but remains optimistic about the team’s improvements. Looking ahead to the Chinese Grand Prix, Wolff anticipates further development following their progress in Japan. The return to Shanghai after five years is highly anticipated, representing an important moment for F1’s global presence in a key market like China. Wolff is eager to race in front of the Chinese fans and continue the sport’s positive growth in the region.
