Toto Wolff insists there is no rift between Lewis Hamilton and senior Mercedes staff despite the seven-time world champion's public criticism in the wake of the Bahrain Grand Prix.
Mercedes were desperate to provide their drivers with a more competitive car this year after a challenging 2022 season for the team. But Hamilton and George Russell again have a machine which looks unlikely to be challenging for the title and an 'emergency meeting' was reportedly held at the team's factory.
After managing only fifth place in Bahrain, Hamilton spoke to the BBC and was critical of the team. He said: "Last year, I told them the issues that are with the car. I've driven so many cars in my life, so I know what a car needs, I know what a car doesn't need.
