Mercedes is making an attempt to re-invent itself following the departure of Lewis Hamilton, in accordance with staff principal Toto Wolff, who says it was the precise time for each events to have a brand new problem.
Hamilton’s first few weeks with Ferrari have seen large curiosity across the new partnership, with testing outings in earlier equipment in each Fiorano and Barcelona receiving vital consideration. Hamilton and Mercedes had turn out to be synonymous with one another throughout a 12-year stint that introduced huge success, however Wolff says the timing was proper to refresh the staff with a younger line-up that includes George Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli (pictured with Wolff, above).
“It was proper for each of us,” Wolff informed Sky Sports activities. “I believe if you see Lewis in his first appearances at Ferrari — I imply, this image in entrance of Enzo Ferrari’s home is iconic. Lewis together with his sense of favor….
“And on the identical time, us embarking on a special route, making an attempt to re-invent ourselves with a younger driver — along with George [Russell], as a result of he’s not talked about sufficient. We’ve got a senior, achieved driver that has received races, and this new child arising. And on the identical time Lewis doing one thing on his personal, one thing new, I believe it was a refresh for each of us.”
The Mercedes staff principal was talking on the official launch of a brand new collaboration with Adidas that marks the sportswear big’s first transfer into Formulation 1. Wolff says the dedication exhibits how Hamilton’s departure will not be hurting the attractiveness of the staff.
2025. The race begins with @adidas pic.twitter.com/OQBJZqIQIl
— Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS F1 Workforce (@MercedesAMGF1) February 6, 2025
“It doesn’t get a lot better when it comes to iconic manufacturers within the area of sport. It’s testomony to the belief that this staff has going ahead,” he stated. “Once I mentioned Lewis going and Kimi coming with the CEO, he stated, ‘That is so thrilling. Let’s go on the subsequent era!’
“And that is how we really feel within the staff. We’ve got a powerful vibe with the companions which are with us and wish to come to the staff, so we don’t really feel any hangover.”
