Mercedes’ performance woes continue to deepen, as evident from the extreme setup experiments conducted on Lewis Hamilton’s W15 at the Chinese GP. Former aide Marc Priestley suggests these experiments stem from frustration and desperation to secure a strong result this season. Hamilton’s determination to improve has him taking extreme measures, which Priestley believes could also be a way to deflect pressure. Teammate George Russell has consistently outperformed Hamilton, leading to speculation that Hamilton’s focus on experimentation may be a contributing factor.
Post-race, Toto Wolff admitted the setup experiment was a failure, with Hamilton calling the car undriveable and slow. Cracks within the team are starting to show, with Wolff critical of Hamilton’s comments about the car and noting a change in his mood. These subtle hints indicate potential fallout between Hamilton and Wolff, casting doubt over the team’s future.
