Following Mercedes’ significant upgrade to the W14, which paid off with an improved performance at the Spanish Grand Prix and a double podium finish, both Hamilton and Russell acknowledged Schumacher’s contributions to the team’s turnaround. The drivers specifically mentioned his work in the simulator, aligning with Wolff’s earlier comments.
Hamilton commented on the challenging balance during Friday’s practice sessions but credited the overnight improvements, attributing them to the work done by Schumacher and the simulator team. Russell echoed Hamilton’s sentiments, acknowledging the late-night efforts of Schumacher and the simulator team to help fine-tune the car’s setup for the race.
