Mercedes boss Toto Wolff said he hopes to have his 2026 driver decision sorted by the end of Formula 1's summer break, as uncertainty over George Russell's place at the team lingers.

Christian Horner has responded to Toto Wolff's interest in Max Verstappen, after George Russell sparked future discussions.

Ex-F1 CEO Bernie Ecclestone wants to see Max Verstappen remain at Red Bull beyond the 2025 season. Verstappen’s F1 future continues to be a hot topic amid speculation linking him to Mercedes. Leading up to the Austrian Grand Prix, George Russell revealed that conversations have taken place between Mercedes and the Verstappen camp.