In previous years, Mercedes was involved in the America’s Cup via the Mercedes-AMG F1 team’s Applied Science division, supporting a British challenge by contributing advanced engineering expertise and technical insight to the INEOS Britannia effort across multiple campaigns, most notably in the lead-up to the 2021 and 2024 editions.

Speaking to Forbes, the Silver Arrows’ team principal revealed that the partnership has now come to an end, as has any prospect of Mercedes becoming involved in other sports in the foreseeable future.

“We don’t want to do this anymore,” he said. “We’re a Formula One racing team. We don’t want to go sailing. We don’t want to do any other sports. Complete focus (must be) on only Formula One.”

Mercedes recently confirmed its launch plans for the 2026 season, with the first images of the W17 set to be released on January 22, just days before the start of pre-season testing in Barcelona.. That will then be followed by a digital launch event on February 2.

Alongside the announcement, Wolff also shared his thoughts on the year ahead via social media. Addressing the fans, the Austrian CEO and team principal said: “New year, new focus. Now, we look forward to new challenges, to new possibilities. 2026 isn't just another season. It's the next generation.”