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Wolff cools title hype, Russell impressed by Aston

Feb.3 Early whispers that Mercedes could be the team to beat under Formula 1's new 2026 regulations are being firmly played down in Brackley – by both boss Toto Wolff and presumed title favourite George Russell. With Mercedes widely tipped to start the new era strongly thanks to its power unit, Russell has emerged in some quarters as an early championship favourite. The Briton, however, insists nothing has changed in his mindset. 'Whether I'm considered a favourite or not doesn't change my approach,' Russell said on Monday. 'Fans probably expected it to be a battle between Mercedes and McLaren, as many expected our power unit to be the best. But everything indicates the other engine...
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