Optimism for Mercedes at F1 Emilia Romagna Grand Prix?

Both George Russell and Lewis Hamilton struck optimistic tones following Friday’s practice sessions in Imola

Mercedes, like many teams on the Formula 1 grid, brought a host of upgrades to the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix.

If Friday’s two practice sessions are any indication, then so far, so good.

George Russell placed P2 in FP1 on Friday, with teammate Lewis Hamilton behind him in P7. Then in Friday’s second practice session both drivers were inside the top five, with Russell in P5 and Hamilton just ahead of him in P4.