Ross Brawn: Mercedes will remain 'a steamroller'

Si Mercedes was undermined by Ferrari and Red Bull this year, the star-studded team once again won the Drivers’ and Manufacturers’ titles with a second half of the season masterfully managed by Lewis Hamilton. the German structure has, moreover, been able to adapt well to the departure of Paddy Lowe by replacing him with James Allison from the Team Ferrari.

Ross Brawn, Liberty Media's Motor Sports director who followed Mercedes' rise as the team's Team Principal from 2010 to 2013, expressed concern at seeing the reigning champion team return to its former dominant position. in previous seasons.

“They have a competitive group of people. However, I am a little worried that they will become even stronger, recognized Ross Brawn on ESPN F1. They have had a change in management with the departure of Paddy Lowe and the arrival of James Allison while the technical regulations have evolved. »

“Their situation was not easy. They themselves admitted that their car was a bit of a diva this year and I’m sure that won’t be the case next year. I think they'll continue to be a steamroller, but I hope I'm wrong! ", warned the thinking head of Liberty Media.

Mercedes scored 12 victories at the end of the 20 Grands Prix of the 2017 season and remains undefeated in the Championships since 2014.