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Toto Wolff has addressed a comment made by Christian Horner during the Singapore Grand Prix.
During the Singapore Grand Prix weekend, Christian Horner mentioned that Red Bull should consider signing George Russell, sparking speculation about potential driver moves in Formula 1. Red Bull might need a new driver for the 2026 season, as Sergio Perez’s contract only runs until next year, with uncertainties beyond that. Toto Wolff, Mercedes boss, responded to Horner’s comments, expressing his hope that Russell will remain with Mercedes long-term and attributing Horner’s remarks to stirring up controversy. Despite the rumors, Wolff emphasized that Russell is a Mercedes driver with a long-standing contract with the team, suggesting a stable future for the British driver in Formula 1.
