Mercedes F1 star George Russell has responded to ‘conspiracy’ claims surrounding Toto Wolff's talks with F1 champion Max Verstappen. Lewis Hamilton gave a painfully awkward interview with one unlucky Sky Sports F1 reporter after hitting a new career low at the Belgian Grand Prix.

Speaking to Sky Sports F1 after opening practice at Spa, Wolff said there was a “very high probability” the current

Speaking to Austrian broadcaster ORF, Mercedes boss Wolff has said continuing with Russell and Antonelli is the "absolute priority" for him, and has played down any "big surprises" over the summer break. "Discussions have been taking place over the last weeks and months, so they are all up to date," Wolff said.

Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has named George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli as the team's priority for the 2026 Formula One season. The revelation comes after Max Verstappen was strongly linked to Mercedes.

Toto Wolff has denied that his public courting of Max Verstappen played a role in the sacking of Christian Horner, insisting that there was 'much more in the background' that led to the 51-year-old's dismissal. The long-serving Red Bull boss was relieved of his duties ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix.

George Russell is out of contract at the end of the season and Mercedes have been courting Max Verstappen amid ongoing speculation that he could walk away from Red Bull

Toto Wolff has backed close friend Fred Vasseur to turn Ferrari ’s fortunes around after a disappointing start to the 2025 F1 season. While McLaren, Red Bull and Mercedes have all won at least one of the first 12 races, Ferrari are yet to land a grand prix victory and star driver Lewis Hamilton has not finished on the podium yet.

Toto Wolff has never been one to hold back his opinions on the major talking points in Formula 1. Wolff has built a strong reputation in business, and his involvement with Mercedes has helped turn them into one of the sport’s most dominant teams.