Toto Wolff: “No reason why Lewis cannot aim for a 7th title”

In view of the undivided domination of Mercedes in recent seasons, and before the possible upheaval of 2021 with the new technical regulations, the prospect of seeing Lewis Hamilton winning a seventh title in 2020 seems like a logical continuation.

If Mercedes could not count on a car as dominant as at the start of the era of V6 turbo / hybrid Power Units in 2014 this year, the German team once again distinguished itself by its mastery of the race, particularly on a strategic level, when Ferrari repeatedly made mistakes in her choices.

To Toto wolff, boss of Mercedes-Benz Motorsport, this series may therefore continue in 2020, if his troops make a continued effort. “There is a reason why the record of Michael Schumacher still holds: the difficulty.

I think if we are able to provide the drivers with a good car next year, which is competitive, continue to work on our shortcomings, try to minimize the mistakes, and Lewis has a good season, there is no reason why he can't aim for a seventh title.

He just drives so fast. This is where talent encounters great pressure to improve all the time, behind the scenes. This combination allows him to stand out in his generation. »

Internal competition

Despite a promising start to the campaign, Valtteri Bottas was unable to maintain his momentum throughout the season, falling back into line quite quickly against his British teammate. According to Toto Wolff, an explanation remains possible for the lack of consistency in the top results for the Finn.

“I think with Valtteri there is a better way to deal with this problem (contract renewal for 2020). In retrospect, you can say it probably had an effect.

And I'll try to think about it and do a better job in that regard. I think the door is wide open in 2021. No driver is under contract with any team. It's super exciting, and I suspect the pilots' waltz will begin soon. »

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