Toto Wolff praises Red Bull

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff praised Red Bull's development progress and Max Verstappen's performance capabilities.

“Really you need to take your hat off to what Red Bull has done this season”

Mercedes tests new upgrade package

Mercedes split drivers to test new upgrade package with Kimi Antonelli on updated components and George Russell on old setup.

Red Bull's aerodynamic improvements

Red Bull updated floor, diffuser, sidepods, mirrors and halo for Azerbaijan race to boost aerodynamic performance.

Wolff on Mercedes' upgrade challenges

Wolff stated Mercedes' new car needs different setup philosophy than previous car and performance is not yet as expected.

“Was it an easy car today like the previous one? I don't think so”

Mercedes' Singapore test results

Mercedes' Singapore test showed new upgrade package not delivering expected performance despite recent development efforts.

Next year's competition outlook

Wolff expects Red Bull to remain competitive next year as Mercedes works to refine its upgrade package.

“So in by far the quickest guy today, has been the quickest guy in quali”