Still without a contract for next season, George Russell has confirmed speculation that it’s the fine details that are holding up the process, such as the number of PR commitment days.

Stepping into the role of lead driver after Lewis Hamilton left Mercedes for Ferrari, Russell has cemented his position as the team’s number one with two victories in Canada and Singapore.

George Russell has yet to sign a new deal with Mercedes for F1 2026

The only non-McLaren driver not called Max Verstappen to win a grand prix this season, Russell is fourth in the Drivers’ standing s as he chases a spot on the season’s podium.

Although earlier this year, Verstappen was said to be the hold-up as the reigning World Champion spoke with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff about the future, Verstappen ha

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