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Red Bull boss Christian Horner has claimed Mercedes’ public pursuit to land Max Verstappen is a “distraction tactic” intended to destabilise the Formula 1 champions. Lewis Hamilton’s impending Ferrari move has created a vacant drive alongside George Russell next term and Mercedes has insisted that Verstappen is the top target. The German marque’s attempts to […]
Lewis Hamilton’s potential move to Ferrari has opened up a spot next to George Russell for Mercedes next season, with Max Verstappen being their top target. Mercedes CEO Ola Kallenius hinted at their interest in Verstappen, but the Red Bull driver has reiterated his commitment to his current team. Despite this, Mercedes boss Toto Wolff remains focused on trying to sign Verstappen. Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has shut down any rumors of Verstappen leaving and believes Mercedes may just be trying to create disruption in the championship fight. Horner even joked that Verstappen’s father, Jos, could be an option for Mercedes if they can’t get Max.
