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George Russell has not forgotten the rumours last year surrounding his seat being taken by Max Verstappen.
George Russell has made it clear that he is not concerned about losing his seat to Max Verstappen amid ongoing rumors about his position at Mercedes. Verstappen’s potential departure from Red Bull earlier in the 2025 F1 season led to speculations linking him to Mercedes, but he confirmed his stay with Red Bull for 2026. Despite Mercedes’ interest in Verstappen and their investments in Kimi Antonelli, Russell has never felt his seat was in jeopardy. Mercedes extended Russell’s contract in October, solidifying his place in the team. When asked about the Verstappen rumors, Russell emphasized his focus on driving and expressed confidence in his position within the team.
