Russell was ‘stronger driver’ than Hamilton in F1 2024
Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff has kept George Russell waiting all year for a new contract, but after Russell said “nothing’s going to happen over the summer” contract-wise following a typically resolute performance at the Hungarian GP, it looks like the roles have been reversed. In that context it was interesting to note the phrasing […]
Why Russell won’t re-sign for Mercedes in F1 summer break
George Russell has insisted he will not sign his new Mercedes Formula 1 contract over the current summer break as the Briton is keen not to rush proceedings. The 27-year-old’s deal expires at the end of the 2025 season and has been a major talking point in recent weeks as Red Bull’s Max Verstappen was […]
Why Russell doesn’t crave a long-term Mercedes F1 contract
George Russell says he doesn’t need long-term security as he looks to renew his Mercedes Formula 1 deal, which is set to expire at the end of 2025. Now Max Verstappen has publicly committed to Red Bull for 2026 and put an end to incessant speculation over a Mercedes swap, the ball is the Silver […]
Russell and Antonelli are Mercedes’ «absolute priority» despite Verstappen interest
Mercedes Formula 1 chief Toto Wolff says continuing with George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli for the 2026 season is the «absolutely priority» amid conversations with Max Verstappen’s entourage. Over the past few weeks it emerged that Verstappen’s camp had sounded out Wolff over future plans, as the Dutchman weighs up his options to remain […]
What was behind a lack of pace for Mercedes at F1 Austrian GP?
For Mercedes, the joy of winning the Formula 1 Canadian Grand Prix evaporated in the heat of Austria as George Russell came home fifth – more than a minute behind the dominant McLarens having targeted a podium the day before. Instead, under the searing sun at the Red Bull Ring, the W16 was the protagonist […]
Russell leads Verstappen in messy FP1 at Red Bull RIng
George Russell followed up on his Canadian Grand Prix victory by setting the pace in opening practice for Formula 1’s Austrian Grand Prix at the Red Bull Ring. Looking to build on his success in Montreal, Russell recorded a lap of 1m5.542s to put his Mercedes top of the times ahead of rival Max Verstappen, […]
Why Red Bull’s protest was rejected and Norris’ penalty didn’t lead to an F1 grid drop
The closing stages of the Canadian Grand Prix delivered many talking points, as the top five were closely bunched together and Lando Norris hit his team-mate Oscar Piastri. But the drama didn’t end yet after the chequered flag, thanks to a protest lodged by Red Bull. The timing was reminiscent of the situation a few […]
Russell «surprised» to see Verstappen taking responsibility for F1 Spanish GP clash
Mercedes driver George Russell said he was «a bit surprised» to see Max Verstappen apologise for their Formula 1 Spanish Grand Prix contact on social media. Russell and Verstappen came to blows in Barcelona with three laps to go when Verstappen was deeply frustrated at being asked by his Red Bull team to give up […]
Wolff reveals «I’m sorry» text from Vowles as Williams adds to Mercedes’ woes in Monaco
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has revealed a text exchange during the Monaco Grand Prix with Williams counterpart James Vowles who apologised for his drivers backing up George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli. Wolff and Vowles are good friends, with the latter have worked under Wolff at Mercedes before taking the top job at Williams, […]