Mercedes Hopes to Bounce Back After Suspension Misstep

Mercedes dropped a rear suspension upgrade that slowed their Formula One car after early success turned misleading. George Russell and rookie Kimi Antonelli showed improved results with the old package, boosting hopes for more wins as they chase second in the constructors' championship.

Mercedes, the former Formula One champions, are aiming to return to victory contention after facing setbacks due to a rear suspension upgrade. This modification, introduced after initial success, unexpectedly hampered performance.

Despite a misleading win at the Canadian Grand Prix, the team reverted to their previous setup, seeing immediate improvements with George Russell finishing third in Hungary. Meanwhile, rookie Kimi Antonelli returned to the points, boosting the team’s morale.

Team boss Toto Wolff admitted the misjudgment, while trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin noted enhanced car handling and driver confidence. As they edge closer to Red Bull and McLaren, Mercedes remains optimistic about their prospects in upcoming races.