[Gordo Sixtytwo]

If Ferrari get Ricciardo then they will have a very formidable line up. Ricciardo and Vettel will be a huge points scoring line up in 2019. The question that comes immediately to mind is what do Mercedes do with their number 2 seat? Do they sign Bottas? Is Hamilton and Bottas strong enough to combat Ricciardo and Vettel? I’m guessing no. Mercedes have to go more aggressive. But do they have the balls and stomach to risk upsetting Hamilton? There is only one guy who is strong enough to pair up with Hamilton to battle Ricciardo and Vettel. That guy is Alonso. Will Mercedes risk it? If they don’t they may lose both titles in 2019. Will Lewis face his nemesis? Will he face his Darth Vader? Will Lewis vanquish the critics who claim he won all those races only because of Mercedes superiority and inferior teammates? Is he secure enough in his own self belief? I’m guessing no to all those questions. If I am correct then Mercedes have already lost the WCC in 2019. Maybe also the 2019 WDC title too. Checkmate Ferrari.
Anyone have another opinion on what Mercedes can or will do?