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Mercedes end the long-running saga surrounding George Russell and Kimi Antonelli’s F1 futures.
Mercedes has officially extended the contracts of George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, confirming the news before the United States Grand Prix this weekend.
Russell’s multi-year contract extension ends speculation about his future at Mercedes, with the team also retaining Antonelli for 2026.
Negotiations with Russell were delayed due to Mercedes’ interest in Max Verstappen, but the deal is now finalized.
Despite a strong season, Russell needed time to secure his future with Mercedes.
Both drivers are excited about the partnership and focused on finishing the current season well before preparing for the challenges of 2026.
