THE SILVER ARROWS GONE BLACK FOR THE 2020 F1 SEASON

When Formula One returns to racing this weekend in Austria, it will do so in a world that has changed profoundly since the teams last gathered in Melbourne in early March. Our sport’s united response to the global Covid-19 pandemic, in the form of Project Pitlane, showcased the very best capability that Formula One has to offer.

For 2020, Mercedes AMG have chosen to race in an all-black base livery as a public pledge to improve the diversity of our team, and a clear statement that we stand against racism and all forms of discrimination. The call to "End Racism" will feature on the halo of both cars, and the united F1 initiative #WeRaceAsOne will be featured on the mirrors of the W11.

Valtteri Bottas comented: "Formula One is a world that is defined by performance, but it still contains many barriers for people who come from backgrounds that haven’t traditionally been part of the sport. We know that our teams are stronger when they are more representative of the society we are part of, and it is important for us to be united and show our commitment to change. Racism and discrimination have no place in our sport or in our society and I am proud to stand with the team in making this important statement."