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Mercedes Boss Toto Wolff Blasts Reckless Driving Epidemic at Miami Grand Prix

Simon Monroy by Simon Monroy
May 6, 2025
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Mercedes F1 Chief Toto Wolff Calls Out Reckless Driving at Miami Grand Prix

The Miami Grand Prix weekend was filled with drama as Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff criticized the poor examples set by drivers during the event. Controversial incidents at Turn 1 in both races at the Miami International Autodrome caught Wolff’s attention, impacting the outcome for several drivers.

During the sprint race, young driver Kimi Antonelli, just 18 years old, was forced off the track by Oscar Piastri, causing Antonelli’s Mercedes to drop from pole position to fourth place right at the start. The chaos continued into the main event on Sunday when Max Verstappen’s aggressive move in Turn 1 led to Lando Norris having to take evasive action, resulting in Norris slipping down to sixth place. Despite the controversies, both Piastri and Verstappen were cleared of any wrongdoing as they were deemed to be ahead at the crucial moment in the turns.

Wolff expressed his concerns about the impact of such driving behaviors, particularly on younger and less experienced drivers. He emphasized the need for respecting space on the track and avoiding risky maneuvers that could endanger fellow racers. The Mercedes boss highlighted a worrying trend in the sport where pushing competitors off the track has become more common, setting a negative precedent for aspiring drivers.

The weekend in Miami saw Antonelli making history by becoming the youngest pole sitter in Formula 1, bringing initial excitement. However, his joy was short-lived as he faced disappointment in the races. Despite starting strong, Antonelli had to settle for a sixth-place finish in the main event, while his teammate George Russell clinched yet another podium finish.

As the Miami Grand Prix unfolded with its share of thrills and controversies, the spotlight remains on the drivers’ conduct on the track and the implications for the future of Formula 1.

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