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George Russell attributes Mercedes' F1 resurgence to Toto Wolff's loyalty

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 12, 2026, 12:01 AM

Last updated Nov 12, 2026

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George Russell credited Toto Wolff's steadfast leadership for Mercedes' successful return to the top of Formula 1. The team secured its ninth constructors' title at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix on November 12, marking a significant comeback after four challenging seasons devoid of wins. Wolff's decision to maintain the team's core structure during the difficult ground effect era has been pivotal in this resurgence. Following this title win, Mercedes aims to build on its momentum heading into future races.

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•Mercedes won its ninth constructors' title at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix.
•The team struggled for four seasons without a title from 2022 to 2025.
•George Russell highlights Toto Wolff's loyalty as key to success.
•Mercedes looks to maintain its competitive edge moving forward.

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12:01 AMMotorsport.com — George Russell credits Toto Wolff's loyalty for Mercedes' F1 title return: "Nobody was hired or fired"

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George Russell says Toto Wolff's refusal to change Mercedes during the difficult years of the ground effect era is a big reason the team is back on top of Formula 1. The Brackley outfit sealed its ninth constructors' title at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix on Sunday, its first since the end of its run of eight in a row in 2021. From 2022 to 2025, it went four seasons with little success as it ...Keep reading
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