Russell Makes Point About Wolff’s Plan After Verstappen...read more.

Russell Makes Point About Wolff’s Plan After Verstappen…read more.

With Lewis Hamilton now officially part of Ferrari, all eyes have turned to Mercedes and who will fill the vacant seat alongside George Russell for the 2025 Formula 1 season. Amid swirling rumours linking Max Verstappen to the Silver Arrows, Russell has made a pointed remark that hints at Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff having a calculated plan in place.

Speaking ahead of the upcoming Grand Prix weekend, Russell addressed the growing speculation without confirming any details but made it clear that Wolff is far from unprepared. “Toto always has a plan. He’s not someone who reacts emotionally or makes snap decisions,” Russell said. “He knows what he’s doing, and I trust him to put the team in the best position.”

With Verstappen’s relationship with Red Bull showing signs of strain—particularly following internal tensions and ongoing controversy around team principal Christian Horner—rumours of a shock switch to Mercedes have gained serious momentum. While Verstappen remains under contract with Red Bull until 2028, his long-term future suddenly feels less certain.

Russell’s comment adds fuel to the speculation that Wolff may already be laying the groundwork for a seismic shift in the F1 driver market. A Russell-Verstappen lineup would give Mercedes a fresh identity and potentially reignite their title-challenging prospects.

As the season progresses, fans and insiders alike are keeping a close eye on the evolving dynamics at both Mercedes and Red Bull. One thing is clear—change is coming.