George Russell accepts Max Verstappen reality after Baku heroics
George Russell thought he could overtake Max Verstappen in the drivers' championship. After Baku, he's not so sure.
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Max Verstappen closed the gap to 69 points but Toto Wolff believes the Dutchman still has a mountain to climb.
F1 uncovered: Subtle changes for Mercedes boosted performance in Azerbaijan
Mercedes made some subtle changes to the W16 for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix which paid dividends as its rivals faltered.
Toto Wolff sends hilarious message to Williams boss after Carlos Sainz podium
Toto Wolff explained his "lucky bastard" quip towards James Vowles after Carlos Sainz's Baku podium.
Uncovered: Russell’s rise from the sick bed to the podium in Baku
From touch and go as to whether George Russell could be in the car on Friday, the Briton claimed his seventh podium of the season in Baku.
Carlos Sainz responds to Mercedes rumours of an Antonelli switch
Carlos Sainz was quizzed on fresh Mercedes rumour.
George Russell health ‘touch and go’ with Valtteri Bottas on standby
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has admitted George Russell's health was "touch and go" at the Azerbaijan Grand Prix.
New FIA Presidential candidate declared as Verstappen quizzed on GT career – round-up
It has been a busy day of F1 news in Baku, with a side order of potential news from the FIA Presidential race.
Toto Wolff comment ‘not the best’ as Kimi Antonelli responds to ‘underwhelming’ verdict
Kimi Antonelli: "I agree on the comment, which wasn't the best."
Helmut Marko drops George Russell ‘revenge’ taunt in Mercedes contract theory
Max Verstappen is off the market, but George Russell is yet to agree a new Mercedes deal.
George Russell to miss Azerbaijan GP media day due to illness
George Russell won't be making an appearance at the Baku City Circuit on Thursday, as he misses out on media day...
Wolff reveals Alain Prost influence behind George Russell and Max Verstappen plan
The Max Verstappen to Mercedes rumours returned in F1 2025.
F1 returns to South Korea in potential Bottas and Mercedes farewell
Formula 1 will return to South Korea in October, with Valtteri Bottas to play a critical role.
Fresh Sainz speculation as Mercedes face Antonelli conundrum
"I think Carlos Sainz would be available at any time..."
Russell picks out last Mercedes win hope with ‘obvious’ race targeted
Having averaged almost 16 points a race to start the year, George Russell and Mercedes' form has dipped since the European run.
Rosberg calls on ‘calculated’ Wolff to give Antonelli a new contract after Monza criticism
Nico Rosberg: "But the clock starts to tick at some point also, you know?"
Toto Wolff gives future F1 engine update with ‘alignment of interest’ verdict
F1 engines are changing next season, but conversations have already taken place about what could replace them in future.
Does George Russell need a Max Verstappen clause? Nico Rosberg responds
George Russell is yet to put pen to paper on a new Mercedes deal.
Nico Rosberg finds surprise motive behind Lewis Hamilton swapping Mercedes for Ferrari
Nico Rosberg: "That was one of the reasons for Lewis's switch to Ferrari."
Russell makes light of McLaren’s team orders in ‘strange’ F1 2025 season
Max Verstappen's dominance, McLaren's team orders; a very strange season indeed.
Nico Rosberg drops George Russell salary tease in Mercedes contract stand-off
George Russell is yet to agree a new Mercedes contract.
Lewis Hamilton clears up long-running misconception over Mercedes switch
The long-running belief had been that Niki Lauda was the key figure behind Lewis Hamilton to Mercedes.
Red Bull confirms new arrival; ’embarrassing’ fan post called out – round-up
Tuesday's fast-paced F1 news is go, go, go!
Brundle reveals Christian Horner text live on air; Sky F1 interview cut short – round-up
Monday's fast-paced F1 news is go, go, go!