Mercedes forced to remove upgrades from car before Austrian GP
Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:34 PM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Mercedes has been compelled to take upgrades off their car ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. This decision comes after issues arose that prompted the team to reassess the modifications made to their vehicle. Experts Ted Kravitz and Bernie Collins provided insights into the situation, emphasizing the implications of this alteration. The details surrounding the particular upgrades and the reasons for their removal are being discussed in the lead-up to the race.
- •Mercedes has removed upgrades before the Austrian GP.
- •Issues with the car necessitated the decision to remove modifications.
- •Experts are discussing the implications of this change.
"Sky Sports' Ted Kravitz and Bernie Collins are in the pit lane to explain why Mercedes have been forced to take upgrades off their car.
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