It's a decision that has divided opinion. Neither Lewis Hamilton, Valtteri Bottas nor Toto Wolff professed themselves happy with the team orders situation that saw Bottas cede the lead (and ultimately victory) to Hamilton in the Russian Grand Prix. But Sebastian Vettel, by contrast, described the strategy call as a 'no-brainer'.
There's no doubt the move strengthened Mercedes' hand in both championships. But what do you think?
Next Up
Related Articles
OFFICIAL GRID: Who starts where for the Bahrain GP in Malaysia
How McLaren got their sums wrong on Sepang tyre strategy
FIA Formula 2 and FIA Formula 3 announce 2027 calendars
Audi unveil special livery for Singapore GP
Mekies on why Verstappen’s victory meant so much to Red Bull
UnlockedHow Red Bull cured weaknesses to give Verstappen his first 2026 victory