George Russell will supposedly feature amongst the top four best-paid drivers on the Formula 1 grid next season after a reportedly huge $7million increase in his basic Mercedes salary.

After months of speculation surrounding the future of Russell, Mercedes finally put that to rest earlier this week with confirmation that the Briton will continue with the Brackley squad for next season.

George Russell has reportedly secured a huge increase in his Mercedes salary

Joining Mercedes in 2022 on the back of three years with the Mercedes-powered Williams team, Russell stepped up into the team leader role this season following the departure of Lewis Hamilton to Ferrari.

While it hasn’t been the title tilt he dreamt of, the Briton is one of only four drivers to win a grand prix having stood on

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