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Russell reveals ‘automatic' Mercedes deal details

Oct.27 George Russell has finally shed light on the details of his freshly-signed Mercedes contract – and even hinted at the conditions that could one day make him Max Verstappen's teammate. The 27-year-old Briton recently extended his deal with Mercedes, but confusion persisted about its length and structure – with speculation ranging from a one-year option to a longer-term agreement including performance clauses. Now, Russell has clarified that the deal is initially one year, with a conditional renewal option for 2027. 'It's something I haven't actually said publicly,' Russell told The Telegraph. 'But the deal is, if I'm performing next year, we have a specific clause that...
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