Mercedes AMG Petronas The US Grand Prix was not one of the most exciting races of the season, but the strategic side was very interesting, with Red Bull continuing to probe Mercedes in a chess game; they might have split the two Silver Arrows had they had more luck with a Virtual Safety Car, triggered by one of their drivers to the detriment of the other. Meanwhile further back some important results were achieved for Fernando Alonso and Carlos Sainz by a combination of brilliant driving and decision-making. So why were some of the key decisions taken as they were? Pre race considerations After last year’s rain affected US Grand Prix, it was a thankfully clear weekend. The forecast for...
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