In The Driver's Seat

Mercedes' success built on Toto's leadership

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As Lewis Hamilton made oblique suggestions on Sunday that he might be considering retirement as he heads for a record-equalling seventh F1 world championship, despite driving better than ever, Mercedes may also have to consider life without the other bulwark of their incredible success: team boss Toto Wolff.

The Austrian businessman, a former racing driver who has shares in both the Mercedes and Aston Martin teams, is also considering his own future, which may include moving to chairmanship of the team.

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A version of this article appeared in the print edition of The Straits Times on November 03, 2020, with the headline Mercedes' success built on Toto's leadership. Subscribe