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George Russell makes Mercedes contract request

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.
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,
Ex-F1 Team Boss Pinpoints Mercedes’ ‘George Russell Problem’ over Max Verstappen Rumors
Max Verstappen is the biggest name in the F1 driver market right now. Despite having a valid Red Bull contract The post Ex-F1 Team Boss Pinpoints Mercedes’ ‘George Russell Problem’ over Max Verstappen Rumors appeared first on FirstSportz.
George Russell says he expects to stay at Mercedes despite signs Max Verstappen could join
George Russell says there’s an “exceptionally low” chance he’ll leave Mercedes next year even after he claimed the team was holding talks with Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen.
Schumacher Explores George Russell's Options Amid Verstappen-Mercedes Link
Amid rumors of Max Verstappen's Mercedes move in the future, George Russell has a few options he could consider.
Former F1 champion fully supports Russell amidst Verstappen Rumours
Jenson Button would find it unfair towards George Russell if Mercedes decided to replace him with Max Verstappen. According to the 2009 world champion, it would be a 'strange decision' given Russell's current form.
George Russell lifeline as new Max Verstappen to Mercedes scenario emerges – report
Kimi Antonelli could be loaned to Alpine for the F1 2026 season if Mercedes opt to pair Max Verstappen with George Russell, it has been claimed. Verstappen has been heavily linked with a move to Mercedes over recent weeks despite being under contract with Red Bull until the end of the F1 2028 season.
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.
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.
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George Russell makes £2.2m purchase as details come to light ahead of Belgian Grand Prix
George Russell has treated himself to a £2.2 million luxury yacht following his impressive performance this season. The 27-year-old British driver, who currently sits fourth in the Driver's Standings, ...
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George Russell ‘ringing around’ rival F1 teams looking for a job
George Russell will be ringing rival F1 teams looking for a job in fear Max Verstappen is set to replace him ... qualifying session and race in the 2025 FIA Formula One World Championship™ ...
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George Russell suggests Mercedes are still after Red Bull’s Max ...
SPIELBERG, Austria - George Russell has suggested his contract renewal talks with Mercedes are being held up because the team are still keen to sign Formula One champion Max Verstappen.
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Russell showcases impressive Red Bull knowledge as he fails Mercedes test
George Russell showcased his Formula 1 expertise at Times Square in New York by flawlessly identifying the sound of a Red Bull engine. In the first part of the quiz, Russell listened to five different ...
George Russell Frustrated With Unusual Trait of Mercedes F1 Car
Mercedes driver George Russell has voiced his frustration about a key trait of Mercedes' F1 car that is affecting his ...