Toto Wolff expressed pride in Mercedes' turnaround after winning the 2026 Formula 1 Constructors' Championship at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix. Mercedes secured their ninth title, their first since 2021, ending a five-year drought following regulation changes in 2022. The team also wrapped the Drivers' Championship with Kimi Antonelli earlier this month.
Wolff reflected on the challenges of the last four years, noting the team's resilience despite finishing second, third, or fourth in the standings. He highlighted that Mercedes still won races between 2022 and 2025, with George Russell and Lewis Hamilton claiming seven Grands Prix combined. The victory marks a remarkable recovery from a difficult spell.
Wolff credited the hard work at Mercedes' UK factories in Brackley and Brixworth for producing the best car on average this season. He emphasized the contribution of 2,500 team members, referring to them as superstars alongside the drivers. Despite the win, Mercedes drivers Lando Norris dominated the Brazilian Grand Prix, while Antonelli and Russell both spun, finishing fourth and behind respectively.
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