Mercedes unveil Petronas‑green W17 livery as F1 roars back to Sepang

Mercedes is set to unveil a new look for the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix at this weekend's race in Malaysia. The W17 will feature a special Petronas-inspired livery, incorporating flashes of green alongside its signature black colors. This tribute pays homage to the team's title partner as Formula 1 makes its return to Sepang for the first time since 2017.

Team Principal Toto Wolff emphasized the extra significance of the venue for Mercedes due to their long-standing relationship with Petronas. "This weekend has extra significance for us because of our long-standing relationship with Petronas," Wolff stated. He praised the effort that has gone into making this Grand Prix a reality, highlighting the strong collaboration between Malaysia and Bahrain.

Wolff also acknowledged that Sepang remains one of the most challenging circuits on the Formula 1 calendar. "You need performance in the high-speed corners, good traction, strong tyre management and consistency in hot, challenging conditions," he said. The team recognizes that Sepang provides a comprehensive test of a driver's abilities.