Mercedes' Setup Challenges: Insights from Practice to Qualifying

Mercedes has acknowledged significant setup changes between practice sessions and qualifying, as their W16 car struggled with pace in a single flying lap. Both George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli took extra risks during the qualifying session to compensate for this deficiency.

Our Take:

Mercedes’ decision to alter their setup approach highlights not only a response to performance challenges but also an aggressive racing mindset. This willingness to adapt under pressure could be a double-edged sword; it may yield short-term gains or set them back further if the risks don't pay off in future races.

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Source: F1 Technical