Wolff admits going back to older package key for Mercedes

Mercedes' resurgence at the Hungarian Grand Prix, marked by George Russell's podium and Kimi Antonelli's points, stemmed from a crucial decision to revert to an older suspension specification. Team boss Toto Wolff admitted a newer mechanical upgrade introduced in May had "let something else creep into the car," causing instability and eroding driver confidence in recent races. The team's improved form, with Russell just half a tenth off pole, confirmed their suspicion that the upgrade was fundamentally flawed. Wolff stated the problematic rear-axle package "will be ending in a bin somewhere," emphasizing the challenge of correlating digital simulations with real-world car performance in F1. This strategic backtrack proved vital for reclaiming the car's solid form.