Breaking: Mercedes told to sacrifice George Russell in risky…. read more
Mercedes told to sacrifice George Russell in risky…. read more
In a surprising turn of events, Mercedes is reportedly being advised to let go of George Russell to make room for Max Verstappen, according to readers of Express Sport. Russell, a promising talent, has had a stellar start to the 2025 Formula 1 season. However, his contract situation remains uncertain as he currently lacks an agreement to continue with Mercedes beyond the upcoming regulatory changes. With Lewis Hamilton’s recent switch to Ferrari after 12 years with Mercedes, Russell has stepped up as a team leader, alongside his rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli, both of whom have emerged from Mercedes’ young driver program.
The 2025 season has proven to be a significant breakthrough for Russell. Up until the Emilia Romagna Grand Prix, he had consistently finished in the top five in every race. As the Monaco Grand Prix approaches, he finds himself in a critical position, acting as a key contender among the three drivers vying for the Drivers’ Championship title. Despite this impressive performance, his future with the team remains in limbo. With Verstappen potentially available, team principal Toto Wolff faces a tough decision if he wishes to secure the four-time world champion’s services.
In a survey conducted with over 3,000 readers of Express Sport, a notable 65% expressed that Russell should be the one to make way for Verstappen, while only 35% believed that Antonelli should be sidelined after his rookie year. While Antonelli is viewed as a rising star, the idea of replacing Russell with Verstappen raises concerns. Despite being a three-time Grand Prix winner, Russell’s career trajectory has been steadily
