Toto Wolf, Brackley’s chief team, indicated that according to George Russell should happen before the summer vacation in the category
In negotiations dragged to renew the contract of George Russellwhich ends at the end of this year, the Mercedes It is close to finalizing the extension of the bond. The information came from an interview of Toto wolffteam head, indicating that an agreement should happen even before the summer break. Until then, the Formula 1 It has only one more step: the Hungary GP this weekend.
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When asked if the delay in renewal could generate some kind of instability in Russell, Wolff refused the theory. However, he admitted that he wanted to have resolved the situation earlier and indicated that an outcome is close.
“As a pilot, he’s so mature and stable that I don’t think it makes any difference to performance,” Wolff told Sky Sports.
-On the other hand, I would like to have him in a safe position a little earlier. We couldn’t do that, but I’m optimistic that he will sleep well during the summer break – he added.
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According to Sky Sports, this renewal would be for multiple seasons, which indicates a permanence until at least the end of season 2027. And the renewal became a staff due to the declared interest of Mercedes in Max Verstappenwhich was confirmed by Helmut Marko na Red Bull In 2026. With the closed path, the team focuses on Russell.
A F1 Returns this weekend, August 1st to 3rd, em Hungaroringstage of Hungary GP14th stage of season 2025.
