Mercedes boss Toto Wolff confirms plan for replacement with major difference
Mercedes chief Toto Wolff has confirmed he's already started putting succession plans in place at the Silver Arrows. The Austrian team principle says he's started vetting two or three people who could take over the mantle, but has ruled out a complete break from the team due to his part ownership. Mercedes are currently leading the way going into United States GP, with Kimi Antonelli in with a chance of winning the Drivers' Championship in Austin.
TL;DR
- Toto Wolff is initiating succession plans for Mercedes.
- He is currently vetting two or three individuals as potential successors.
- Wolff will remain a part owner and may transition to an executive or non-executive chairmanship.
- The team principal role might be divided among multiple people.
- He has a contract extension with Mercedes until the end of 2026.
- Former communications chief Bradley Lord has already taken on deputy team principal duties.