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Mercedes finally confirmed that George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will continue with the team in 2026 – but is it the right choice?
Finally, Mercedes has confirmed its driver line-up for the 2026 F1 season with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli retained.
Speculation surrounding potential driver changes has been put to rest with this announcement.
Max Verstappen was rumored to join Mercedes with the new technical regulations in 2026, but the team ultimately stuck with Russell and Antonelli.
The decision was finalized before the United States Grand Prix weekend, signaling a continuity in the team’s lineup.
Some may question if Mercedes made the right decision by not making any changes to its driver pair for the upcoming season.
What are your thoughts on this decision – should Mercedes have considered making any changes to its driver lineup for 2026?
