Well F1 is like watching a chess game, always have been, you are not expecting Kasparov to jump from his chair.
Good points. Merc could've gone longer indeed, we know their tyre management is better than Red Bull, but Max/RBR forced them to cover and Merc fell right into their trap. Perez took it easy both stints early on and kept the tyres alive all the way. I read last night that he thinks only needed 3 more laps to pass lewis...! excellent point!