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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has suffered a cycling accident while on holidays – here’s everything you need to know about his elbow fracture
Toto Wolff sustained an injury during a family vacation, as revealed by his wife Susie. While enjoying some holiday time with their family, Toto, the head of Mercedes, encountered an unfortunate incident during adventurous activities. Susie Wolff shared images of their holiday on Instagram, showcasing their getaway with their son Jack during a short summer break.
Wolff’s social media post caption was straightforward: “Summer holidays started with a burst of action. The last photo illustrates Toto’s downhill mountain biking outcome.” The following image depicted Toto walking hand in hand with his son, his left arm encased in a cast, indicating a likely bone fracture resulting from a mountain biking fall.
Mercedes verified that Wolff experienced a fractured elbow during downhill mountain biking, which occurred shortly after the Belgian Grand Prix. Fortunately, his recovery is anticipated by the end of the summer break.
Toto Wolff, the boss of the Mercedes team, has underscored his commitment to keeping Lewis Hamilton on board beyond 2023. With seven world championships under his belt, Hamilton is in the final year of his contract signed in 2021. Talks regarding a new agreement have been ongoing for several months. Having maintained a close partnership for almost a decade, Wolff revealed that Hamilton’s role has expanded beyond just driving, even though their journey has faced a few obstacles along the way.
Wolff described how his bond with Lewis Hamilton has evolved into a genuine friendship, marked by shared experiences through both difficult periods and triumphant moments. Their joint path has encompassed the celebration of multiple championships and exchanges that, at times, required intricate negotiations.
At present, Hamilton holds a role in Wolff’s life beyond that of a mere driver; he’s a trusted companion and an exceptional racing talent. Wolff further elaborated that their past disagreements were handled in a manner akin to managing a close partnership.
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