Toto Wolff has issued an update over the Mercedes F1 contract saga after Martin Brundle labelled the situation 'embarrassing' for George Russell. ➡️ READ MORE Verstappen hits back at Marko's Red Bull claim Reigning F1 champion Max Verstappen has hit back in disagreement against a bold claim from Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko.

Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has appeared to rule out a move to sign Max Verstappen for 2026, as he reiterated his desire to retain the team’s current Formula 1 line-up. There have been widespread reports that Verstappen could be Mercedes-bound since George Russell divulged that the two parties are engaged in active discussions.