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George Russell’s salary for his new Mercedes contract has been disclosed, revealing he is set to earn a massive £30 million per season, making him the third-highest earning driver in F1 behind Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton, according to reports by British tabloids.
Sergio Perez has already made an impact on Cadillac’s F1 team as he requested a major change after simulator sessions, joining Valtteri Bottas for the team’s debut in 2026, running a Ferrari customer power unit until developing their own later in the decade.
The FIA has announced a major change for F1’s power units ahead of the 2026 rules revolution to ensure a level playing field, with electrical systems boosted to 350kw, removal of the MGU-H, and the introduction of sustainable fuels.
Lewis Hamilton has dismissed rumors linking Christian Horner to Ferrari as “distracting,” following Horner’s exit from Red Bull after the British Grand Prix, ending his long tenure leading the team.
Max Verstappen believes his father Jos would excel as a team boss in motorsport, praising his qualities and experience in rallying and sharing tips during Verstappen Junior’s GT3 racing endeavors.
