Mercedes' Struggles Raise Concerns for Next Season

The Brazilian Grand Prix proved to be a shocker for Mercedes as they struggled to keep up with Max Verstappen's dominance. After strong performances in Austin and Mexico City, it seemed like Mercedes had turned a corner, but this race showed that they still have a lot of work to do if they want to challenge Red Bull in the future.

Hamilton's Disappointing Finish

Lewis Hamilton, who finished second in both races in Austin and Mexico City, had another disappointing race in Brazil. He finished eighth, while his teammate George Russell was forced to retire the car. These results raise doubts about Mercedes' ability to catch up to Red Bull.

Merc Boss Toto Wolff Under Pressure

If Toto Wolff were the manager of a Premier League football club, his job would be on the line due to Mercedes' poor form over the past two seasons. However, F1 is a different beast, and Wolff, who recently expressed interest in investing in Manchester United, remains a three-way owner of the Mercedes F1 team.

Drama Before the Race

The race in Brazil had its fair share of drama even before it started. Charles Leclerc crashed on his way to the grid due to a hydraulic failure, leaving him frustrated and questioning his luck.

Crash at Turn One

The race got off to a chaotic start as Alex Albon was caught in a collision between Kevin Magnussen and Nico Hulkenberg. The stewards red-flagged the race, causing a 25-minute delay while the debris was cleared and the barriers were repaired.

Russell's Struggles

George Russell, who won this race last year, had a difficult time as he was overtaken by several drivers, including Sergio Perez and Lance Stroll. Eventually, Russell was forced to stop due to overheating problems.

Verstappen's Dominance Continues

Max Verstappen won his 17th race of the season in a routine fashion, solidifying his dominance in the sport. Lando Norris finished in second place, while Fernando Alonso's late efforts secured him third place in a thrilling battle with Perez.