Wolff urges Mercedes rivals to ‘focus on themselves’ amid 2026 engine row

February 2, 2026

TL;DR

Toto Wolff dismisses rivals' claims regarding the legality of Mercedes' new engine.
Rival manufacturers (Audi, Ferrari, Honda) complained to the FIA about increased engine compression ratios.
Mercedes and Red Bull are believed to have exploited thermal expansion to increase compression ratio while running.
Wolff suggests rivals lack understanding and are looking for excuses.
The FIA has stated the power unit is legal according to their understanding of the regulations.
Wolff did not rule out the possibility of rival teams protesting after the Australian Grand Prix.

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