George Russell has moved to calm any concern over his pending Mercedes contract renewal, insisting there is "no danger" of talks dragging beyond the end of the season.
Where things stand
The Briton is widely expected to remain at Brackley, with both sides having signalled intent. But timelines have slipped amid a busy calendar and broader market undercurrents. Team principal Toto Wolff’s long-held interest in Max Verstappen and Mercedes’ investment in Kimi Antonelli have formed part of the backdrop.
Russell’s stance
Russell stressed the importance of getting details right: "Every time you renew a contract, it’s the most important one of your life." He added there’s "nothing to worry about" and the deal will be done when it’s done. Speculation has centred on contract length — Mercedes typically prefers shorter, flexible terms.
Timeline and focus
Pressed on whether negotiations could spill past the season’s end, Russell replied: "No, I don’t think so." In the meantime, his focus remains on performance work between Brackley, Brixworth and the simulator, with 2026 planning also underway.
Bottom line
All signals point to continuity. The delay looks procedural rather than existential as Mercedes shapes its driver future around Russell and Antonelli.
