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Toto Wolff addresses Mercedes' performance and reliability issues

Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 13, 2026, 4:23 PM

Last updated Jul 13, 2026

Toto Wolff addresses Mercedes' performance and reliability issues

Summary

Toto Wolff, team principal of Mercedes Formula 1, acknowledged the need to address reliability concerns despite the team's strong performance in the 2026 season. Mercedes has secured all nine pole positions in grand prix races but faced challenges from McLaren and Ferrari during sprint qualifying sessions. Wolff stated he prefers a fast car, even if it is unreliable, but recognizes the urgency in resolving mechanical issues. With the season ongoing, Mercedes aims to refine its performance ahead of upcoming races.

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By the Numbers

•Mercedes has taken all nine pole positions this season.
•Wolff prioritizes performance but acknowledges reliability issues.
•McLaren and Ferrari have challenged Mercedes in sprint sessions.

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4:23 PMMotorsport.com — Toto Wolff: I stand by Mercedes' performance focus, but now we must sort reliability

What they're saying

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Mercedes Formula 1 team principal Toto Wolff says he’d rather have a fast, unreliable car than the opposite, but admits it’s time to weed out the Silver Arrow’s mechanical gremlins. Mercedes has dominated the 2026 season so far, taking all nine pole positions for grand prix races – though it was beaten by McLaren and Ferrari in a couple of sprint qualifying sessions – but has won just ...Keep reading
— Motorsport.com

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