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George Russell is yet to sign a contract for 2026, but remains unconcerned over his future.
British driver George Russell recently disclosed that he made the choice to halt contract negotiations with Mercedes during the summer recess. Despite not having a confirmed deal for the following season, he is optimistic that an agreement will be reached to continue with the Silver Arrows. Talks about Russell’s contract were postponed earlier this year due to negotiations with Max Verstappen, but signals now suggest that Russell and Kimi Antonelli will be retained for 2026. Though discussions are ongoing, Russell has not specified a timeline for finalizing the deal. Team principal Toto Wolff seems eager to finalize the agreement, with Russell mentioning that Wolff was willing to work through the summer break, whereas Russell opted to refrain from discussions during that time to prioritize rest and reflection.
