Mercedes: Red Bull is going to be very strong again this weekend
On the occasion of the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, Mercedes aims to bounce back after the misstep in Monaco. However, the German team is concerned about this track as it is not suitable for the characteristics of the W12.
After the German team’s poor results in Monaco, Mercedes plans to bounce back in Baku and get back on track. With Bottas retiring and Hamilton finishing in 7th place, the team based in Brackley has lost the lead in both the driver’s and constructor’s championship.
« Weekends like Monaco are the ones that make you want more. Nothing is easy in this sport, and that’s why we love it. We know that if we are not at 100% or close to it, it backfires on us. », declared Toto Wolff in the Mercedes preview.
It is a very motivated team, ready to move forward that Toto Wolff found on Monday at the factory. A mindset that the Austrian appreciated.
On Monday morning, I saw the same energy as when we came back from the Bahrain tests, and I liked it. This weekend, we analyzed, we asked ourselves questions, and we drew crucial lessons. I wish we had resumed competition last weekend.
Despite his team’s determination, Toto Wolff fears the Azerbaijani track. According to the director of the German team, the features and characteristics of his silver arrows are not suitable for the circuit in Baku.
« Baku is the next race. It’s a street circuit quite different from Monaco, and it’s going to be very difficult for us because it doesn’t suit the characteristics and features of the W12. Red Bull will be very strong again this weekend, Ferrari and McLaren have made a big leap forward recently. The key is to stay focused to exploit the opportunities that come our way on these unique circuits that do not suit our car. When points are on offer, we must seize them.
« The key is to stay focused […] » Toto Wolff
From now on, locked in a fierce battle with Red Bull, Mercedes will have to secure points during difficult weekends in order to stay ahead of the Austrian team.
« There are ups and downs in this struggle, and that’s why this sport is very exciting for us. We are hoping for a new challenge on this city circuit, after the results of the last race, we are more determined than ever to bounce back in Baku. »
