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P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Max Verstappen signing for Mercedes would have knock-on consequences for the rest of the F1 driver market.
Max Verstappen’s potential move to Mercedes for the 2026 season has sparked intense speculation in the F1 world.
If Verstappen does join Mercedes, it would trigger a cascade of driver changes across multiple teams.
Should Red Bull need to fill the gap left by Verstappen, George Russell could be a logical choice as a free agent.
Alternatively, Aston Martin has reportedly expressed interest in Russell for 2026 if he becomes available.
This could lead to a potential domino effect involving other top drivers like Fernando Alonso, Oscar Piastri, and Charles Leclerc in the complex F1 driver market.
