Wolff about Hamilton's farewell: It feels like three drivers!

Wolff about Hamilton's farewell: It feels like three drivers!

Melbourne, Australien - An exciting weekend in Formula 1 caused a lot of conversation! Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff was satisfied after the season opener in Melbourne, but also thoughtful. While George Russell shone with a first -class third place, his new team -mate Kimi Antonelli could not have done better in his debut - a great talent that landed right behind Russell. Wolff reflected the absence of Lewis Hamilton, who is now driving for Ferrari: "It still feels unusual. I looked at the time monitor and noticed that we only have two drivers left." However, these emotions were alleviated by Russell's impressive race, in which the driver demonstrated his experience and intelligence.

Russell's disqualification and Hamilton's victory

A dramatic incident occurred during the Belgium Grand Prix, when Russell initially crossed the finish line that it was only to be disqualified by hours later. His Mercedes weighed 1.5 kg under the minimum weight, which according to the rules of the FIA ​​is a clear violation of the rule. Wolff commented and said: "It hurts to see that for a driver whose childhood dream is to win these races." According to the motorsport expert Craig Slater, Russell's unconventional one-stop strategy was one of the main causes for disqualification. "Teams know exactly how much weight they lose when tires wear out," said Slater. The decision swept Russell's first major triumphal tense and put Hamilton on the winner's place.

Wolff took the situation with a mixture of disappointment and optimism: "We have to learn from this mistake. Despite the disqualification, there were many positive aspects from the weekend for George." Mercedes is optimistic about the next races and hopes that the recent successes and good performances pave the way for a successful season. An exciting start to the season that promises to remain exciting - both for the drivers and the audience!