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George Russell has admitted contract discussions with Mercedes for the 2026 Formula 1 season and beyond have not crossed his mind at this stage. Russell, who is managed by the Silver Arrows, began racing for the German marque in 2022 and picked up his maiden Grand Prix victory that year at São Paulo. The Briton, […]
Russell, who races for the Silver Arrows, secured his first Grand Prix victory in 2022 at São Paulo and added another win at the Red Bull Ring this July. Unfortunately, his win at Spa-Francorchamps was stripped due to his Mercedes W15 being underweight. Despite this setback, Russell has shown promise against teammate Lewis Hamilton. Looking towards 2025, Russell is optimistic about his chances for a championship run. Mercedes has seen a resurgence in 2024, winning three Grands Prix, and Russell is eager for the remainder of the season leading up to 2025. The team’s future seems secured with the emergence of teenage sensation Andrea Kimi Antonelli as Hamilton’s replacement for 2025, forming a promising partnership with Russell. Mercedes Team Principal Toto Wolff has expressed confidence in this duo, solidifying their status as the future drivers for the team.
