Mercedes is efficient, consistent and dominant. They rejoined F1 in 2010 and since then they spend half their time at the top. They push the limits with each new regulation when things get banned. Engine, software, arrows. They are so efficient it's considered cheating. The regulations change and the cycle repeats.
Mercedes has the best work environment, carried by Toto Wolff: a passionate team principal with a healthy marriage and strong bonds with his drivers. Unlike Red Bull or Alpine, which fire everyone when things don't go to plan, or Aston Martin poaching other staff to buy themselves a win, Mercedes builds their employees.
In conclusion, Mercedes is far better than any other team, even when their drivers blow other cars up and friendships fall apart.
First seat belongs to George Russel, who is known for appearing out of nowhere and fumbling on final laps. He is pretty overhated in my opinion. He was arguably the most consistent driver in 2025, outperforming Lewis Hamilton in 2022. Almost got a podium in his Mercedes debut. And cried when he got points for Williams. That's some humble shit.
"ON GEORGE, YOU CAN RELY ON HIM WHEN IT COMES TO LAP TIMES AND RACING, SO SPIRITS ARE HIGH."
Toto Wolff
However, yes... he crashes into other drivers. Sometimes on purpose. So it's up to you, I fuck with him, and he spices up the drama. George Russel is an exceptionally talented driver overshadowed by on-track terrorism.
A promising young driver. Adaptive and shines unexpectedly. In Japan in 2025, Antonelli became championship leader at only 19 years old. Though that also came with controversy, earning him the nickname Kimikaze, following in Georges footsteps. Due to a small mistake, he lost his position to Norris in Katar in 2025, which led him to win the Championship by two points. So, logically, some idiots send him death threats.
Still, Mercedes is the best team Kimi could've landed in, as he and Toto have the healthiest relationship I've ever seen. This level of positive reinforcement is what F1 needs.