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Max Verstappen has expressed that he views “nothing wrong” with Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff continuing to talk about his desire to sign the Red Bull driver. Wolff has been open that he is eager to acquire Verstappen’s services at some stage since Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in 2025 was announced earlier this […]
Wolff has expressed his interest in signing Verstappen since Lewis Hamilton’s move to Ferrari in 2025, aiming to take advantage of the power struggle at Red Bull following an internal probe into Christian Horner’s conduct. Despite tensions between Horner and Verstappen’s father, Wolff maintains a strong relationship with the Verstappen camp and confirmed discussions about a potential switch. Verstappen, however, denied any meetings with Wolff and insisted that the Mercedes boss should cease his public pursuit. Wolff disclosed that the talks concluded with Verstappen staying at Red Bull in 2025, leading to Mercedes Junior Andrea Kimi Antonelli likely partnering George Russell. Wolff hinted at Antonelli’s promotion and suggested an announcement might come at the Italian Grand Prix in Monza.
