‘THIS FIGHT IS ON’ – WOLFF ON HIS APPROACH TO DRIVER BATTLES

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff declares the intra-team battle between Kimi Antonelli and George Russell is "on," promising to let his drivers race despite their intense Canadian Grand Prix clashes. The duo fought fiercely for the lead, with Russell eventually retiring from power unit issues, cutting their direct comparison short. Wolff acknowledged their aggressive racing, stating both have been "trained for" such high-stakes scenarios.

He signaled that intervention would only occur if team championship points were jeopardized or too much time was lost to rivals. Wolff did, however, express concern over some of Antonelli's radio messages, specifically his "moaning" about Russell’s defending. While encouraging hard racing, Wolff wants drivers to reflect on the acceptable limits, reminding them of the risks of DNFs. This clear directive means Mercedes fans can expect more high-tension wheel-to-wheel action as the season progresses, with championship implications for both drivers.