Mercedes to continue with Russell & Antonelli in 2026
Summary
Mercedes will keep George Russell and Kimi Antonelli as their drivers for the 2026 Formula 1 season. This decision was announced before the United States Grand Prix and follows Russell's win in Singapore. The team is focusing on the remaining races of this year and preparing for significant rule changes in F1.Key Facts
- George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will drive for Mercedes in the 2026 F1 season.
- The announcement came just before the United States Grand Prix.
- George Russell won a race in Singapore and is fourth in the drivers' standings.
- Kimi Antonelli is in his first F1 season, replacing Lewis Hamilton who moved to Ferrari.
- Antonelli secured a pole position in Miami and a podium finish in Canada.
- Mercedes aims to secure second place in the Constructors' Championship before the season ends.
- There will be major changes to F1 rules next season, affecting car design and engines.
- Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff expressed confidence in the driver line-up for future success.
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