‘He’s one of the best’ – Wolff confident in Russell comeback

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has expressed full confidence in George Russell following a disappointing Monaco Grand Prix, where a team error regarding a penalty procedure relegated him to 12th. Wolff attributed the setback to a communication failure within the pit wall, emphasizing that Russell's talent remains unquestioned despite recent bad luck. Wolff highlighted that the team is committed to analyzing data to understand the struggles faced in recent races, while also celebrating teammate Kimi Antonelli’s dominant Grand Slam victory. He maintains that Russell will bounce back as a key part of Mercedes' championship efforts.