Reliability still a concern for triumphant Mercedes


Mercedes Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton of Britain celebrates with his trophy after winning the Russian F1 Grand Prix in Sochi, Russia, October 11, 2015. REUTERS/Grigory Dukor

SOCHI, Russia (Reuters) - The Formula One constructors' championship is won for the second year in a row, and Lewis Hamilton is on the brink of his third world title, but lack of reliability is still giving Mercedes plenty to worry about.

The champions have suffered three retirements in four races and the throttle failure that sidelined Nico Rosberg in Russia on Sunday took the gloss off another triumphant afternoon for the team.

Win a prize this Mother's Day by subscribing to our annual plan now! T&C applies.

Monthly Plan

RM13.90/month

Annual Plan

RM12.33/month

Billed as RM148.00/year

1 month

Free Trial

For new subscribers only


Cancel anytime. No ads. Auto-renewal. Unlimited access to the web and app. Personalised features. Members rewards.
Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
   

Next In Motorsport

Motor racing-FIA's first CEO Robyn to leave after 18 months
Motor racing-U.S. House judiciary chairman probes F1's Andretti rejection
Motor racing-Miami GP sets F1 record for a live U.S. television audience
Motor racing-Red Bull have taken 220 staff from Mercedes, says Horner
Motor racing-From Trump to Verstappen everyone celebrates Norris win
Motor racing-McLaren's Norris wins Miami Grand Prix for first F1 win
Wonder Akid wheels to victory again in Cub Prix Championship
Motor racing-Magnussen helped Hulkenberg with 'well-deserved' penalties
Motor racing-Red Bull's Max Verstappen take pole for Miami Grand Prix
Azroy weathers both wet and dry conditions to top CP150 qualifying

Others Also Read