Mercedes may change driver racing strategy with Hamilton's title push
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 18, 2026, 10:15 AM
Last updated Jun 18, 2026
Toto Wolff indicated that Mercedes might adjust its policy allowing George Russell and Kimi Antonelli to race each other after the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix. The team enjoyed a strong start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, clinching the first six races before their streak was interrupted by Lewis Hamilton and Ferrari. As Hamilton presents a serious challenge for the championship, the team’s approach could shift to better support their title contender. The implications for team dynamics and driver strategies could be significant in upcoming races.
- •Toto Wolff hints at strategy changes for Mercedes drivers.
- •Mercedes won the first six races of the 2026 season.
- •Lewis Hamilton is now a key championship contender.
- •Team dynamics may shift to support Hamilton more.
- 10:15 AMAutosport — Will Mercedes stop its drivers fighting now with Hamilton chasing?
- 10:00 AMMotorsport.com — Will Mercedes stop its drivers fighting now with Lewis Hamilton chasing?
"Toto Wolff has hinted that Mercedes may reconsider its approach of letting George Russell and Kimi Antonelli race each other after the Barcelona Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton emerging as a genuine championship threat. Mercedes enjoyed a very strong start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, winning the first six grands prix, but the streak was stopped by Hamilton and Ferrari. Antonelli still leads ...Keep reading
"Toto Wolff has hinted that Mercedes may reconsider its approach of letting George Russell and Kimi Antonelli race each other after the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton emerging as a genuine championship threat. Mercedes enjoyed a very strong start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, winning the first six grands prix, but the streak was stopped by Hamilton and Ferrari. Antonelli ...Keep reading
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External links- AutosportJun 18, 2026, 10:15 AMWill Mercedes stop its drivers fighting now with Hamilton chasing?
Toto Wolff has hinted that Mercedes may reconsider its approach of letting George Russell and Kimi Antonelli race each other after the Barcelona Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton emerging as a genuine championship threat. Mercedes enjoyed a very strong start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, winning the first six grands prix, but the streak was stopped by Hamilton and Ferrari. Antonelli still leads ...Keep reading
- Motorsport.comJun 18, 2026, 10:00 AMWill Mercedes stop its drivers fighting now with Lewis Hamilton chasing?
Toto Wolff has hinted that Mercedes may reconsider its approach of letting George Russell and Kimi Antonelli race each other after the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, with Lewis Hamilton emerging as a genuine championship threat. Mercedes enjoyed a very strong start to the 2026 Formula 1 season, winning the first six grands prix, but the streak was stopped by Hamilton and Ferrari. Antonelli ...Keep reading
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