After initial informal talks in 2024, Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff is again courting Max Verstappen's services. This could impact F1 2026

Mercedes driver George Russell also opened up on ongoing talks between his team and Max Verstappen, suggesting the Brackley outfit's significant interest.

The previous race, Russell held his nerve – and his tongue in the media pen afterwards – after being clattered into by arch-rival Max Verstappen. The Red Bull driver was duly punished and remains a penalty point away from a race ban, ahead of Silverstone next week.