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George Russell sends clear message as Max Verstappen to Mercedes door slammed shut

George Russell sends clear message as Max Verstappen to Mercedes door slammed shut

2 sources·Updated 1 hr ago·279 pts

TL;DR

Verstappen extended his Red Bull contract, ending links to Mercedes and McLaren; Russell says his Mercedes seat isn't threatened.

  • Max Verstappen signed a contract extension with Red Bull, ending speculation about his future.
  • George Russell states his Mercedes seat never felt under threat from Verstappen.

From RacingNews365 · 1 hr ago

George Russell has shared his thoughts on the long-time rumours linking Max Verstappen and Mercedes — and McLaren — being put to rest after the Dutchman extended his contract at Red Bull.

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The strongest sourcing here is Sky Sports, a first-tier outlet - the tier that generally does its own reporting.

2 independent outlets are carrying this: RacingNews365, Sky Sports.