Wolff suggests Ferrari may soon exhaust upgrade budget

Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff expressed concerns that Ferrari might be nearing the limits of its budget cap due to its aggressive upgrade strategy for the 2026 car. Ferrari has introduced multiple upgrades this season, including a small power unit enhancement in Austria. While they have managed to close the performance gap to Mercedes, Wolff indicated that sustaining this pace may not be feasible. Other teams like McLaren and Red Bull are reportedly pacing their upgrades differently, with Ferrari appearing to push forward without restraint. Wolff acknowledged the competitive potential of Max Verstappen, who recently performed well against Mercedes in Austria.