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Mercedes' Door for Max Verstappen Might Be Closed for the Foreseeable Future
SPA-FRANCORCHAMPS, JUL 23 – Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff confirms ongoing talks with George Russell and Kimi Antonelli and rules out a move for Max Verstappen despite previous speculation.
- Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff dismissed speculation about signing Verstappen, while backing Russell and Antonelli, both set to become free agents at season’s end.
- Verstappen’s contract reportedly has an escape clause, and Red Bull’s management changes have fueled recent rumours.
- Tracking plane and yacht movements in Sardinia stoked transfer rumours, and circulated fake images of Wolff boarding Verstappen’s private jet.
- Aston Martin has emerged as a potential destination for George Russell as Stroll and Alonso face end-of-season contract expirations.
- According to ORF, Mercedes plans to finalise its 2026 driver lineup at Spa, and the report adds that Verstappen’s escape clause has expired.
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For weeks, Formula 1 has been brimming with speculation about Max Verstappen's future. Will he stay at Red Bull, or move to Mercedes? Those involved continue to avoid the issue, even just before the Spa race weekend.
·Netherlands
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Mercedes decide on signing Max Verstappen as Toto Wolff issues key statement - The Mirror
Mercedes chief Toto Wolff has broken his silence on the possibility of signing Max Verstappen, as he confirmed George Russell and Kimi Antonelli are the 'absolute priority'
·London, United Kingdom
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F1: Mercedes aiming to keep Russell and Antonelli next season, Wolff rules out immediate move for Verstappen
George Russell and Kimi Antonelli are Mercedes’ first choice for next season, team boss Toto Wolff said in comments appearing to rule out an immediate move for Red Bull’s four-time Formula One champion Max Verstappen.
·India
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