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George Russell says he has had drivers contacting him as well as team boss Toto Wolff in relation to the vacant Mercedes seat that will be left by Lewis Hamilton. Hamilton is joining Ferrari in 202…
George Russell has been contacted by drivers and team boss Toto Wolff regarding the vacant Mercedes seat that will be left by Lewis Hamilton joining Ferrari in 2025. Russell is open to being paired with any driver, having no concerns about who his teammate will be and wanting to compete against the best. The decision on the new driver ultimately lies with Toto Wolff and the board of Mercedes. Russell believes that harmony between drivers is essential for success within the team, and sees the upcoming changes as an opportunity for Mercedes to continue their success. However, he acknowledges that Red Bull remains the favorite in the competition, with their strong performance evident even after just one day of pre-season testing.
