Toto Wolff hits back at Christian Horner over comments on George Russell's F1 future with Mercedes

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Toto Wolff has hit back at Christian Horner after the Red Bull team principal hinted at a potential move for Mercedes driver George Russell in 2026. Horner, 50, suggested that it would be “foolish” for his team not to consider signing Russell, 26, once his contract with Mercedes expires at the end of the 2025 season. Speaking at the Singapore Grand Prix, Horner noted that while Sergio Perez is signed through 2026, underwhelming performances have left his future uncertain. Red Bull, Horner stated, are open to drivers outside their usual recruitment system, and with Russell...

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