Christian Horner indicated that Red Bull might pursue George Russell when his contract with Mercedes expires, stating it would be “foolish” not to consider signing the star.
George Russell has made a strong impression since joining Mercedes in 2022, even as the team faces tougher competition. His contract expires at the end of the 2025 season, leading Red Bull’s Christian Horner to suggest it would be unwise not to consider Russell as a potential option for the future. Ahead of the Singapore GP qualifying, Horner acknowledged the team’s current gap and emphasized the importance of exploring all possibilities, including Russell’s availability.
George Russell replaced Valtteri Bottas at Mercedes in 2022 and finished eighth in his first season. Currently, he’s performing well, having won the Austrian GP and secured podium finishes in Canada, Azerbaijan, and Spain, placing him just above his previous standings.
With Lewis Hamilton reportedly set to join Ferrari next season, Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has confirmed that 18-year-old Andrea Kimi Antonelli will take over. If both Russell and Hamilton leave in quick succession, Wolff may need to find new drivers rapidly. He has expressed interest in luring Max Verstappen from Red Bull, although Verstappen is committed to Red Bull until 2025. A potential move to Mercedes could align with upcoming regulatory changes. Meanwhile, Christian Horner stated that Red Bull has plenty of young talent to consider if needed.
Horner emphasized that Red Bull has provided significant opportunities to many young drivers, highlighting the system’s focus on performance and results. He noted that the Red Bull program expects drivers to consistently deliver strong performances to succeed.
Horner stated that Red Bull has offered great opportunities to many young drivers, emphasizing that the team’s system requires strong performance and consistent results.
