Mercedes target Silverstone recovery after Austria struggles

Heading to England, Mercedes are P3 in the F1 Constructors' standings, one point behind Ferrari in P2, but a whopping 216 points behind leaders McLaren. In the Drivers' World Championship, George Russell is in P4 with rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli in P7.

“After a tough Grand Prix in Austria, it is good to get back racing straight away,” Wolff said. “We deliberately experimented on set-up in Spielberg; it was a useful test and there are positive learnings we can apply this weekend, but it ultimately didn't help our performance.”

Looking ahead to Round 11 of the 2025 Formula 1 World Championship, Wolff is confident the conditions and layout of Silverstone will be more favourable: “Silverstone has typically been a strong circuit for us. The cooler conditions should suit our car, and we are hopeful of putting on a good performance in front of our teammates and the passionate British fans, who always provide a great atmosphere.”

Last year, Hamilton ended a 31-month winless drought with a masterful British Grand Prix triumph at Silverstone, his ninth career victory at the iconic track. Driving with sharp strategy and emotional intensity, he timed tyre choices to perfection amid changing weather, pulling off a decisive undercut on Lando Norris before fending off Max Verstappen’s late charge.

His overtakes, especially on teammate Russell and rival Red Bull's Max Verstappen, a highlight. Hamilton’s triumph marked his first victory since late 2021, ending a prolonged slump. It also celebrated his 300th race start, becoming the first driver ever to win after on that milestone. In front of an ecstatic home crowd, the seven-time F1 world champion added to his legacy, reinforcing his unrivalled affinity with Silverstone.

This year’s event carries added meaning, as the sport marks 75 years since the first-ever Formula 1 World Championship race, held at Silverstone in 1950. Mercedes plans to honour the milestone in their own way.

Wolff revealed: “The very first World Championship race took place at Silverstone 75 years ago, so this weekend carries additional significance for the sport. We will take the opportunity to mark this milestone with a celebration of Mercedes' own legacy across automotive and motorsport past, present, and future.”

“That will include a revised livery, featuring the sunset beam orange of the recently launched Concept AMG GT XX, the ground-breaking concept car that offers an impressive insight into the future of AMG.”

Wolff concluded by reinforcing that despite the off-track celebrations, the main focus remains firmly on performance:
“Whilst it will be an exciting weekend off track with several activations, our full focus remains of course on the track. We will look to bounce back from last weekend and put on a performance more befitting of Mercedes' storied history.”