Wednesday, July 23— with the Belgian GP just around the corner. GPblog reported earlier that Verstappen would prefer to stay with Red Bull Racing, however the Dutchman does want to see performance improvements for 2026.

Verstappen has been at the centre of growing paddock rumours suggesting he could trigger an early exit clause in his

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McLaren driver Lando Norris of Britain, centre, is flanked by his teammate Oscar Piastri of Australia, left, and Kick Sauber driver Nico Hulkenberg of Germany, right, as they celebrates after winning the British Formula One Grand Prix race at the Silverstone racetrack in Silverstone, England, Sunday, July 6, 2025. Credit: AP/Darko Bandic

Speaking to Austrian broadcaster ORF, Mercedes boss Wolff has said continuing with Russell and Antonelli is the "absolute priority" for him, and has played down any "big surprises" over the summer break. "Discussions have been taking place over the last weeks and months, so they are all up to date," Wolff said.

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