Wolff Defends Russell’s Two-Stop Strategy at Spanish Grand Prix

Skip to content Toto Wolff George Russell Mercedes Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff has backed the decision to pit George Russell twice in the Spanish Grand Prix. Sep 13, 2026 6:38pm UTC Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has backed the decision to bring George Russell into the pits twice during the Spanish Grand Prix after the strategy choice was questioned by the driver during the race. The Briton made two stops during Sunday’s event at the Madring on his way to a fifth-placed finish – firstly to change onto a new set of medium tyres during the Virtual Safety Car period…