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Wolff makes Mercedes admission after disappointing Suzuka
Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff acknowledged that the Japanese Grand Prix revealed weaknesses in their car. Due to his surgery, Wolff was unable to attend the race, and his responsibilities were delegated to Jerome d’Ambrosio. In the race, both Mercedes drivers encountered difficulties, with George Russell’s one-stop strategy causing issues. Lewis Hamilton expressed frustration at the situation, as it made no sense for them to lose time behind each other. Wolff anticipated a challenging competition for their drivers, given the differences between the Singapore and Suzuka circuits. The team is looking forward to the upcoming Grand Prix in Qatar, as they had a successful outing there in 2021. They are particularly interested in understanding the impact of the track’s resurfacing on their car setup. With limited time available for adjustments during the Sprint weekend format, finding a solid setup will be an exciting task for the team.
Source: RacingNews 365
