GALLERY: Mercedes reveal special livery for Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia

Mercedes have unveiled a special livery that will adorn the W17 at the Bahrain Grand Prix in Malaysia.

During the weekend at the Sepang International Circuit, the Silver Arrows’ challenger will sport a design honouring the colours of the team’s title partner PETRONAS, with the car featuring shades of green alongside its usual black.

The event will mark F1’s return to the Malaysian track – which previously hosted Grands Prix between 1999 and 2017 – and Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has acknowledged that the venue is a special one for the squad.

“This weekend has extra significance for us because of our long-standing relationship with PETRONAS," said Wolff.

"It's fantastic to see Formula 1 returning to Sepang and we should also recognise the effort that has gone into making this Grand Prix happen. It has required strong collaboration between Malaysia and Bahrain, and that deserves credit.

“Once the cars are on track, though, our focus is on the job ahead. Sepang is a demanding circuit that asks every question of the car.

"You need performance in the high-speed corners, good traction, strong tyre management and consistency in hot, challenging conditions. It is one of the more complete tests on the calendar.”

Alongside their special livery, Wolff confirmed that Mercedes will bring an update package to Malaysia which the team hope will be “another step forward”.

“Our focus is on understanding the package quickly, executing the weekend well, and aiming to put ourselves in the fight at the front,” he added.