Toto Wolff: The weekend in Las Vegas is unique.

      Before the Las Vegas race weekend, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff spoke about the characteristics of the event and the readiness to compete…

      Toto Wolff: “The Las Vegas weekend is unique. Night races along the Strip have become an iconic part of the calendar, and the high-speed circuit poses a challenge to the drivers. The introduction of this track has attracted both long-time and new fans to our sport, and I am confident that will continue for many years. The first two events in Vegas impressed with their scale; I’m sure this year will be even better.

      We have returned to second place in the Constructors’ Championship, but we don’t believe anything is decided. In Austin and Mexico we saw how quickly that gap can disappear, and although our results in Las Vegas last year may have raised expectations, we remain realistic.

      The competition this year is incredibly strong, and the fight will continue until the finish in Abu Dhabi. Three weeks of intense racing lie ahead that will determine the winner.”