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The Mercedes to be driven by Lewis Hamilton and George Russell this year has been branded a 'handful' by F1 hero Martin Brundle. The assessment came alongside an ominous prediction for the Silver Arrows, with ground to make up on their rivals as the new season closes in.

Mercedes have their own incredibly high standards to follow in 2022, having scooped up the last eight available Constructors' Championships.

Despite a promising run-out in Barcelona, hiccups took hold during last week's pre-season tests in Bahrain which saw Hamilton and Russell slip down the pecking order.

Both Brits have complained of understeer on their W13 while the problem of porpoising on long straights has been clear for all to see.

The extent of Mercedes' true performance remains a matter of debate, with some claiming that their troublesome