George Russell has been gaining attention in the paddock, and Mercedes has yet to extend his F1 contract beyond 2025.

George Russell is a target to lead Aston Martin’s F1 revival in 2026 - according to a leading paddock source. Motorsport understands that the 27-year-old is being considered as part of the team’s future plans following the biggest regulation change in F1’s history.

Toto Wolff has provided an interesting answer to a question about George Russell's Mercedes future, with his F1 contract up at the end of the season. The Brit is in his fourth season with the team, and his first as the unquestioned lead driver after the departure of Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari over the winter.