George Russell achieved a sixth place finish at the 2024 Chinese Grand Prix. The Mercedes team has had a disappointing start to their Formula 1 season this year. The W15 car, manufactured by the German company, has been described as being on a precarious edge by the drivers. In an effort to enhance the performance of the lackluster W15, the team from Brackley will be introducing upgrades in Miami. George Russell has expressed his thoughts on how Mercedes can improve the car’s performance and operating capabilities. Toto Wolff, reflecting on the Chinese Grand Prix, discussed the issues with the W15. George Russell has also shared his perspective on the matter. He believes that the team should focus on the fundamentals and increase the downforce of the car to enhance its overall drivability. The success of the upgrades in Miami remains uncertain and only time will reveal their effectiveness. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell discussed the different setups they experimented with during the Chinese Grand Prix. Hamilton even expressed regret over the changes he made after the sprint race. However, Russell believes that these setup changes are merely superficial and that Mercedes needs to prioritize improving the performance of the W15 at its core. He also emphasized the importance of the team working on performance improvements at the factory rather than making adjustments during race weekends. The reported issues with the simulator at Brackley add further intrigue to how the upgrades in Miami will perform.
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