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Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff has criticised rumours that he’s set to hold discussions with Max Verstappen’s camp over
Toto Wolff has openly stated that Max Verstappen is his top choice to replace Lewis Hamilton, who will be leaving at the end of 2024 to join Ferrari. Verstappen is currently under contract with Red Bull until 2028 and is performing well, aiming for his fourth consecutive title. There is speculation that Verstappen could potentially leave Red Bull amidst internal unrest, fueled in part by comments made by his father, Jos. Reports suggest that the Verstappen family and manager will meet with the Mercedes team regarding a potential future collaboration. However, Wolff dismissed these rumors, emphasizing the importance of keeping such discussions private. The departure of design guru Adrian Newey from Red Bull in 2025 has further fueled speculation about Verstappen’s future, with Wolff watching developments as a keen observer. Mercedes is gearing up for the Miami Grand Prix with hopes of closing the gap in the Constructors’ Championship, though Wolff admits uncertainty about their performance given the challenging season so far.
