Toto Wolff interested in signing Max Verstappen for Mercedes
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F1 could see a sensational driver pairing next year
- Toto Wolff, Mercedes team principal, has indicated openness to a potentially explosive driver pairing of Max Verstappen and George Russell at Mercedes.
- George Russell, following his victory in Canada, believes ongoing talks between Mercedes and Verstappen might be delaying the renewal of his own contract, which is set to expire in six months.
- The prospect of Verstappen and Russell as teammates is fraught with tension due to their rocky history, including a recent incident at the Spanish Grand Prix.
- Wolff stated he can imagine any line-up, comparing the potential dynamic to the tumultuous rivalry between Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg, which delivered championships but also chaos.
- While Verstappen's contract with Red Bull runs until 2028, performance clauses could allow for an early release, and a new deal for Russell is not currently imminent.