Valtteri Bottas, Kimi Antonelli and George Russell attend the launch of Mercedes F1 team's partnership with Adidas
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Bottas discusses return to Mercedes F1 as reserve driver and being a “mentor” to rookie Antonelli

Valtteri Bottas elaborated on his return to Mercedes as a reserve and his role as a “mentor” for rookie F1 driver Kimi Antonelli.  After being passed over by Sauber for 2025, Bottas rejoined the Brackley-based team as a reserve driver. On his return to Mercedes: “Today has been my first day back with a team…

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Wolff discussing the aftermaths of the move made by Hamilton
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Wolff: Hamilton move to Ferrari F1 “a refresh for both of us”

Mercedes F1 and its Team Principal Toto Wolff are ready to move on following the departure of seven-time World Champion Lewis Hamilton from the team. A dream come true The experienced British driver had announced a prestigious move to Ferrari last year, and has now had his on-track debut. In fact, Hamilton had his first…

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The F1 Australian GP will have changes to the turn 6 kerb in 2025 after modifications were made following the serious accidents at the corner in recent years.
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F1 Australian GP announces Albert Park Turn 6 modifications over safety concerns

As Melbourne gears up to host the F1 season-opening Australian GP at the Albert Park Circuit in March, officials have revealed that Turn 6 has undergone several modifications. These changes come in the wake of George Russell’s high-profile crash on the penultimate lap of the race in 2024, which saw the W15 bounce back onto…

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Mercedes will launch the W16, their 2025 F1 car, on February 24
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Mercedes announce the launch date of W16, their 2025 F1 car

Mercedes have announced that they will reveal their 2025 F1 car to motorsport enthusiasts worldwide on February 24. The launch of their 2025 challenger—Mercedes-AMG F1 W16 E Performance—will take place just a few days after all ten teams unveil their liveries during the inaugural season launch event at London’s The O2. The W16 is set…

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Lewis Hamilton, 2024 Abu Dhabi Grand Prix, Friday - Sebastian Kawka
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Mika Häkkinen: Lewis Hamilton “has to speak” up to Ferrari F1 if qualifying struggles continue

One of the most sensational headlines from last year was Lewis Hamilton signing with Ferrari F1 for the 2025 season, and Mika Häkkinen has weighed in on the situation. The seven-time world champion will don the red of Ferrari alongside Charles Leclerc, fulfilling a childhood dream of racing for the Italian team.  Yet, his move…

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2024 Italian Grand Prix, Saturday - Stephen Reuss
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Wolff: Mercedes “will sometimes tear our hair out” with Antonelli during rookie F1 season in 2025

Mercedes has endured a rocky road in recent years, and 2024 was no exception, marking their worst finish in the standings during the turbo hybrid era finishing in fourth place among the top four teams. Despite these struggles, the team clinched four wins and four poles, making it their best season since the ground effect…

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