George Russell’s new Mercedes contract flips the F1 power dynamic. With a performance-based clause that lets him automatically extend into 2027, Russell has effectively taken control of his own future — even if Max Verstappen joins Mercedes.
The FIA faced backlash after several drivers cut through Turns 1–3 on the opening lap of the 2025 Mexican Grand Prix without penalty. George Russell and Fernando Alonso led criticism of the stewards’ consistency, arguing that leniency in first-lap decisions risks undermining fair racing.
George Russell says F1 has become “monotonous” and that races are now decided by qualifying and Turn 1. The Mercedes driver believes tyre degradation and strategy have all but vanished from modern racing, making overtaking nearly impossible
George Russell ruled out a sprint pole at Austin, citing track conditions and timing, but expects Mercedes’ race pace will let him fight for P4 after Hulkenberg’s surprise Q3 lap.
McLaren’s Constructors’ Championship win in Singapore sparked bizarre social media theories about Oscar Piastri’s absence and Zak Brown’s “ignored” radio message. The truth? A mix of strict schedules, F1’s improvisation, and bad timing — not tension inside the team.
McLaren makes history at the 2025 Singapore Grand Prix, clinching back-to-back Constructors’ titles for the first time since the Senna era, while George Russell takes a dominant win and Max Verstappen keeps his title hopes alive.
George Russell called his FP2 crash in Singapore “weird” after losing control at Turn 16 and hitting the wall, bringing out a red flag. The Mercedes driver admitted frustration at losing track time but remained positive ahead of qualifying, while Oscar Piastri topped the session for McLaren.
George Russell didn’t mince words after Max Verstappen clattered into him in the closing laps of the Spanish GP. The result? A penalty for Max, P4 for George, and a lot of raised eyebrows in the F1 paddock.
