BUDAPEST, Hungary -- Mercedes boss Toto Wolff said it was difficult to enjoy Lewis Hamilton's Hungarian Grand Prix victory after seeing Valtteri Bottas endure such a tough race at a crucial time in his career.
At some point in the next four weeks, Wolff is expected to decide whether Bottas or highly-rated Mercedes junior Esteban Ocon will partner Hamilton at the team next year. Bottas looked to be a title contender after a strong start to the season but has faded from that battle in recent races.
After Wolff made the Bottas-Ocon decision public on Saturday evening, Bottas had just beaten Hamilton to third position on the grid, but his race quickly unravelled after two lock-ups and contact with Hamilton and Charles Leclerc in the opening corners.