Mercedes believes team orders could have altered Barcelona outcome
Racer • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 14, 2026, 6:08 PM
Last updated Jun 14, 2026

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff stated the team might have secured a victory in Barcelona had it instructed George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to stop racing against each other. The incident occurred during a recent Formula 1 race where both drivers vied for position, possibly hindering the team's overall performance. The discussion comes amid a closer examination of team dynamics and strategies during races. Mercedes is expected to evaluate its approach for future competitions.
- •Toto Wolff mentions potential win missed due to driver conflict
- •George Russell and Kimi Antonelli raced each other closely in Barcelona
- •Current Formula 1 season scrutinizes team strategies
- •Mercedes plans strategy adjustments for upcoming races
- 6:08 PMRacer — Mercedes thinks team orders could have saved it from Barcelona defeat
"Mercedes could have won the race in Barcelona had it called off the fight between George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, according to team boss Toto Wolff.
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