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Mercedes aims for first win at Dutch GP with strong car performance

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 20, 2026, 6:01 AM

Last updated Aug 20, 2026

Mercedes aims for first win at Dutch GP with strong car performance

Summary

Mercedes is focused on securing its first victory at the Zandvoort circuit during the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix. Team principal Toto Wolff highlighted that the team has shown strong results this season, winning six of the first 11 races, but has faced reliability issues and missed out on valuable points. As the event represents their final chance to win in Zandvoort since the circuit's return to the F1 calendar in 2021, Wolff emphasized the need for the team to rise to the challenge. Mercedes plans to enhance its performance further through development in the second half of the season, despite a different upgrade timeline compared to competing teams.

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Status Watch

•Mercedes has won six races this season but faced reliability issues.
•The team has yet to win the Dutch GP since 2021.
•Toto Wolff considers Zandvoort a challenging circuit.
•Mercedes plans to enhance its car's performance in upcoming races.
•The Dutch GP provides their final opportunity for a win at this venue.

Latest Updates

6:01 AMYahoo Sports — Mercedes eyes elusive Zandvoort feat in final Dutch GP opportunity

What they're saying

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Buoyed by Mercedes' strong results in the first half of the season, Toto Wolff is hoping the team can add Zandvoort to its list of successes at the upcoming Dutch Grand Prix, a circuit where the Brackley-based team has yet to win since its return to the Formula 1 calendar in 2021. The W17 has undoubtedly been the strongest car on the grid so far this season, at times even proving dominant, with six victories from the opening 11 races.
— Yahoo Sports

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