George Russell, Mercedes driver, said Formula 1 is bigger than any individual competitor while adding he would prefer not to lose Max Verstappen, who is weighing his future in the sport.
George Russell defended the newer, more electrical regulations and said he is enjoying his first title-contending car since joining Mercedes in 2022, contrasting past difficulties with earlier cars.
Max Verstappen, four-time world champion, has expressed frustration with the new-for-2026 regulations and noted he has “life decisions” to make after Red Bull’s slow start; Red Bull sits sixth after three rounds.
Max Verstappen is also racing GT3 events and will qualify for the 24-hour Nordschleife on 16-17 May aboard a Mercedes, a choice Russell said he can understand.
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