Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed his team's concerns ahead of the upcoming Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix. Beginning this coming Friday with the Grand Prix on Sunday, this night race follows closely on the heels of the beautiful Azerbaijan Grand Prix . Held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, the Singapore Grand Prix promises to be a heated challenge for not just for the machinery involved, but even more so for its drivers as they brave the difficult conditions of the iconic track.
As Mercedes prepares for the race, Wolff has admitted that controlling tire temperatures are their main challenge. Reflecting on the team's performance in Azerbaijan, the Austrian businessman pointed out the inconsistencies that plagued the team. "After a mixed weekend in Azerbaijan, we will take the learnings from Baku and aim for an improved performance in Singapore," Wolff said via RacingNews365 .
George Russell's impressive performance on hard tires in his Baku campaign came as a surprise after he struggled on the mediums — an issue that Wolff admitted needs urgent attention: "At times, our pace was strong but we couldn't deliver that consistently. Our main challenge was controlling tyre temperatures and something we know we need to improve upon," he explained. The Marina Bay circuit poses a distinct set of challenges.
The track is known for its demanding nature, with high heat and humidity levels contributing significantly to the physical strain on drivers and team members. "We .