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Mercedes, the team’s best race of the year: here’s why it dominated
Brackley found the right mix of setup, tyre management and pace, turning an ordinary weekend into a statement performance.
26 September 2026 1 min read 1 views
Mercedes delivered its strongest performance of the season thanks to a rare combination: a well-balanced car, excellent tyre management and a clean strategy. On a circuit that rewarded stability and traction, the W16 finally showed its full potential.
The result comes after weeks of work on balance and tyre operating windows, a key issue for the German outfit. For Italian fans, the main takeaway is simple: when Mercedes puts all the pieces together, it is still a benchmark on the grid.