P1racenews AI automatic summary:
There will be no chance of a Verstappen-Mercedes partnership after accusations made by Toto Wolff in the past.
According to Red Bull Motorsport Advisor, Mercedes is interested in signing Max Verstappen as a replacement for Lewis Hamilton. However, it is believed that Verstappen will reject any offers from Mercedes due to past accusations made against him by Team Principal Toto Wolff. With Hamilton set to move to Ferrari next season, Mercedes needs to find someone to fill the void alongside George Russell. Verstappen and Hamilton had a tense rivalry during the 2021 season, leading to strained relations between the drivers and teams. Red Bull’s Marko believes that Verstappen will not forget the incidents involving Mercedes, such as the crash at Silverstone and the season finale in Abu Dhabi. The transfer market in Formula 1 is now invigorated by Hamilton’s move, and it is expected to put a strain on the relationship between Wolff and Fred Vasseur. Lastly, Marko believes that Charles Leclerc has an advantage in qualifying, but Hamilton is stronger throughout the entire season and will establish himself as Ferrari’s global superstar.
