(Mercedes AMG F1 Team)
Mercedes Executive Director of Business Toto Wolff has confirmed that following yesterday's racing incident between Nico Rsoberg and Lewis Hamilton that the team are now switching their focus to winning this years Constructors world championship.
The news comes following the clash between Rosberg and Hamilton on the second lap of the Belgian Grand Prix at the Spa Francorchamps circuit. The team were almost certain of taking victory in the race however Hamilton was forced to retire from the race as a result of the damage he sustained on his W05 while Rosberg went on to finish the race in 2nd place to extend his championship lead over Hamilton to 29 points.
Speaking after the race Wolff who was fuming following the incident said that the team will now focus on the collecting as many points as possible for the Constructors championship. The Brackley based outfit head to the Italian Grand Prix in two weeks time with a 157 point advantage over their nearest rivals Infiniti Red Bull Racing who took victory in yesterday's Belgian Grand Prix.
When asked if Mercedes will change their policy of allowing their drivers to race Wolff said that the team will review the situation and decide what course of action needs to be taken.
© Ben Johnston 2014
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