Steiner Predicts Mercedes Comeback
Guenther Steiner, former Haas team principal, told the press that Mercedes will return to form at the Austrian Grand Prix and silence critics.
Steiner explained Mercedes “isn’t waiting for other teams’ upgrades. They constantly innovate and keep a bank of upgrades that can be deployed swiftly.”
Current Standings After Barcelona
Barcelona proved the first race Mercedes won‑less in 2026, with teenage rookie Kimi Antonelli securing five consecutive victories after George Russell’s Australian triumph.
- Constructors: Mercedes 262 – Ferrari 190 – McLaren 141
- Drivers: Antonelli 41‑point lead over Hamilton; Russell 3rd, 9 points behind Hamilton; Leclerc 4th, 31 points behind Hamilton.
Outlook for the Austrian Grand Prix
Steiner predicts Mercedes will finish “firing on all cylinders” and reassert dominance against Ferrari once they deploy their new parts, setting the stage for the Austrian showdown.
Mercedes set to make Austrian GP comeback as Ferrari mounts threat
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