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Mercedes boss Toto Wolff quipped Max Verstappen had “lots of opportunities” to look at its car in Formula 1’s British Grand Prix amid his strive to sign the Dutchman. Wolff’s desire to acquire Verstappen’s signature has been well-documented since it was announced Lewis Hamilton would leave Mercedes to move to Ferrari in 2025. But while […]
Toto Wolff has been persistent in his pursuit of Max Verstappen’s signature, especially after Lewis Hamilton’s decision to leave Mercedes for Ferrari in 2025. Verstappen has stated his commitment to Red Bull for next season, but Wolff continues to try to sway him with public appeals. Mercedes’ recent successes in Austria and Britain have bolstered their position, with Hamilton’s ninth win at Silverstone being a significant achievement. Wolff emphasized the importance of improving the car further, stating that the focus remains on enhancing the W15’s performance. While Mercedes’ resurgence may impact the decision on George Russell’s future teammate, Wolff stressed that it doesn’t drastically alter their approach. Verstappen acknowledged Mercedes’ progress but highlighted Red Bull’s need to address performance issues and understand the lack of pace compared to their rivals.
