Mercedes receives verdict from Police over Lewis Hamilton ‘sabotage’ email

Mercedes was rumored to sabotage Lewis Hamilton's chassis to worsen his chances against George Russell in the 2024 season.

Mercedes receives verdict from Police over Lewis Hamilton ‘sabotage’ email

Toto Wolff, George Russell, Lewis Hamilton (via IMAGO)

Mercedes was recently the center of attention after multiple key people from the sport received an anonymous tip against the team. The tip contained crucial information that proved that Brackley sabotaged Lewis Hamilton‘s chassis to tip the balance in George Russell‘s favor. However, Toto Wolff was quick to address these rumors as he promptly lodged a formal complaint to the Police.

George Russell outscoring Lewis Hamilton on a majority of the occasions caused such a rumor to float around. Toto Wolff had previously labeled people spending such rumors as ‘people with no brains’. Additionally, the police were involved as they have also come up with a verdict over the case. A Northamptonshire officer claimed that the police received a report on June 12 regarding a fraudulent email at Mercedes.

Northamptonshire Police received a report on June 12 regarding an email that had been circulated within the Mercedes AMG F1 Team.
A Police spokeswoman told PA news agency.
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However, the police weren’t capable of doing much in this case as the email was nothing but a rumor. There was no incriminating evidence against any particular person in regard to the email. Hence, due to no criminal offenses being committed, there was no action taken. However, the team was warned of such emails coming up again by the same group of people.

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No criminal offences were found to have been committed however advice was given regarding any further emails the team may receive.
The spokeswoman added.

Toto Wolff claims there is ‘no animosity’ between Lewis Hamilton and George Russell after spat at Spanish GP

George Russell and Lewis Hamilton are two very capable drivers in F1. As a result, both of them often clash heads on the track which causes further questions to Toto Wolff about their relationship. Moreover, Russell was spotted angrily asking about Hamilton’s pit stop during a qualifying session at the Spanish GP. However, Wolff has provided more clarity over the younger Brit’s little burst and what it meant for their relationship.

George Russell and Lewis Hamilton
George Russell and Lewis Hamilton (via IMAGO)

Upon the incident, Wolff reckoned that there will always be rivalry between two drivers in a team. Regardless, both drivers remained utterly respectful of each other while on track. This was the lesson that the German carmaker learned over time, especially after witnessing a rivalry like Nico Rosberg and Hamilton. Hence, such spats during races were nothing personal and there was no animosity between the drivers or the team.

There will always be a rivalry between the two drivers, especially when the car becomes capable to win. But the two are respectful with each other. We are transparent in the team. That's a lesson that I've learned and I think it's important that we're not holding back or not letting anything grow in terms of animosity. It’s business as usual.
Toto Wolff said, as reported by gpblog.com.

Mercedes has showcased a great improvement in terms of performance since the start of the season. Brackley has started to score notable results, which could help them gain control over their position. The 2024 season will witness the German carmaker attempt to implement multiple in-season upgrades to further enable themselves to close the window on the rivals.

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