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Russell opens door to F1 team switch

May 17 On-form but out-of-contract Mercedes driver George Russell says his Formula 1 future beyond 2025 is wide open. Team boss Toto Wolff finds himself in a dilemma this year, as he leaves a door theoretically open for Max Verstappen for 2026 whilst also clearly satisfied with his existing lineup. Indeed, 18-year-old Kimi Antonelli is an obvious star of the future, while along with the McLaren drivers and Max Verstappen, Russell is a standout driver of 2025. 'George is calling the shots at the moment,' Wolff told Osterreich newspaper. 'He's consistently at the front, getting the most out of the car on Sundays.' The fact remains, however, that Wolff is still not willing to talk about...
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