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Mercedes have announced a surprise new ‘team member’ ahead of this weekend’s Hungarian Grand Prix.
Mercedes has announced a surprising addition to their team before the Hungarian Grand Prix, with Bad Bunny partnering up with F1 and adidas for an event in Puerto Rico.
Esteban Gutierrez, the development driver, will showcase a Silver Arrows car in San Juan for the first-ever F1 demo run on the island on August 2, open to the public at no cost.
Fans will have the unique opportunity to see the F1 car up close and explore a special exhibit featuring Mercedes’ historic racing gear.
Alongside the demo run, a product collaboration between adidas Originals, Bad Bunny, and the Mercedes team will be teased at the event.
Meanwhile, George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will be aiming for a turnaround at the Hungaroring after challenging races in Belgium, facing uncertainties with both drivers’ contracts.
Despite ongoing talks of Max Verstappen’s potential move to Mercedes, the confirmation of his stay with Red Bull in 2026 has eased the pressure on the team and its current lineup.
