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George Russell makes Mercedes contract request as Verstappen rumours intensify
There’s nothing new about the Verstappen to Mercedes rumour, which began last year as Toto Wolff publicly courted the Red Bull driver as a replacement for the Ferrari-bound Lewis Hamilton. Wolff went on to sign Mercedes junior Kimi Antonelli as Russell’s F1 2025 team-mate, but both drivers are out of contract at the end of this season.
Toto Wolff changes his tune with Max Verstappen U-turn after George Russell comments
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff mentioned two months ago that chasing Red Bull's Max Verstappen was not a priority, but new admissions suggest his stance has now shifted
This is what Mercedes driver George Russell's new yacht looks like
Following in the footsteps of Max Verstappen, George Russell has also purchased a yacht. The Brit now has a Pershing 6X at his disposal. Although the yacht is considerably smaller than Verstappen's, Russell certainly has no reason to complain.
Herbert makes George Russell prediction if Max Verstappen joins Mercedes
As the Max Verstappen to Mercedes rumour rumbles on, Johnny Herbert says the “common sense” next step for George Russell has to be Aston Martin. Verstappen is once again being linked to Russell’s Mercedes race seat after the Briton stirred up the latest round of rumours when he declared Verstappen is talking with Toto Wolff about the future.
Former Driver Backs Max Verstappen - George Russell Mercedes F1 Lineup
Former Formula One driver Jenson Button has backed Max Verstappen's move to Mercedes, saying he would form an excellent driver lineup with George Russell. While that would mean replacing Andrea Kimi Antonelli,
Is George Russell ruining Mercedes’ Verstappen dream? Ex-F1 team boss thinks so
Ex-Formula 1 team boss Günther Steiner has hinted that Mercedes’ pursuit of Max Verstappen hinges on the decision of George Russell. The former Haas F1 team principal believes the British driver could be an obstacle in the Brackley-based outfit’s pursuit of the world champion.
Mercedes F1 driver provides update on future as Max Verstappen replacement rumours swirl
That's because of rumours linking four-time world champion Max Verstappen with a stunning switch to Mercedes, after both Russell and Toto Wolff confirmed at the British Grand Prix that talks had taken place of that nature.
F1 Insider Tips Russell for Aston Martin Move If Verstappen Joins Mercedes
A former FIA steward and driver reckons George Russell should switch to Aston Martin if Mercedes chooses to replace him with Max Verstappen.
Formula 1: Jenson Button, former F1 champ, would love to see Verstappen and Russell team up at Mercedes
Former Formula 1 champion Jenson Button has shared his excitement about the possibility of seeing Verstappen and Russell as teammates at Mercedes.
F1 News Today: Shock Aston Martin exit to open door for George Russell as Mercedes braced for off-track clash
F1 rivals Aston Martin and Mercedes will take their competition off the track this week for a Northamptonshire derby. ➡️ READ MORE. Toto Wolff and Max Verstappen 'meeting' tak
Aston Martin boss quizzed on George Russell move amid Max Verstappen rumours
Should Russell find himself without a Mercedes seat for F1 2026, Aston Martin has been speculated as a potential suitor for his services, rumours which were put to team boss Andy
Toto Wolff remains firm on key demand as Mercedes and George Russell negotiations hit ‘impasse’
Even with all the noise surrounding Red Bull Racing after the British Grand Prix, George Russell still doesn’t know where ...
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F1 News Today: Toto Wolff reveals driver regret as George Russell Aston Martin verdict issued
Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff has revealed he regrets throwing rookie Kimi Antonelli in at the deep end at last season's ...
Toto Wolff risking grave George Russell mistake as Max Verstappen curse lingers
Talks between Max Verstappen and Mercedes continue to rumble on, with Toto Wolff facing a driver line-up dilemma. While the ...