Mercedes head into Formula 1’s summer restart with a championship lead, a teenage title contender, and a clear message ringing through the corridors of Brackley: no talk of destiny, no obsession with points, just the next race. Battery and electrical failures have chipped away at Mercedes’ advantage, costing valuable points and inviting Ferrari and McLaren back into the fight. One race at a timeDeputy Technical Director Simone Resta says the team’s progress should not be overlooked, even as the pressure rises. We can't become distracted by championship points or bigger picture conversations. Pressure cooker after the shutdownThe summer break traditionally resets Formula 1’s emotional temperature, and Resta expects the championship battle to become even more intense.