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Mercedes ended the first half of the F1 season with strong momentum after three wins from four races as the W15 showed improved form.
Toto Wolff explained that Lewis Hamilton’s second-place finish in the Chinese Grand Prix sprint race was evidence that Mercedes was improving its F1 performance. The W15 initially struggled, being the fourth fastest car behind Red Bull, Ferrari, and McLaren, but eventually achieved podium finishes in Canada and victories in Austria, Britain, and Belgium. Hamilton’s win at Silverstone ended a long drought, with the W15 proving to be the second-fastest car in recent races. Wolff praised the team’s hard work in solving underlying issues and making significant progress throughout the season, culminating in strong performances in Europe. With updates improving the car’s performance, Wolff set simple goals for Mercedes in the drivers’ and constructors’ championships, aiming to consistently score solid points and compete for victory every weekend. He acknowledged the close competition among the top four teams as an exciting challenge for Mercedes to push harder and continue making improvements.
