Overview

• Toto Wolff says Mercedes is "super near" to finalising a new contract for George Russell and expects to announce it "soon enough."
• Wolff describes the talks as focused on contractual detail rather than major sticking points following Russell’s Singapore victory.
• Russell says the agreement must be done right and be mutually beneficial, telling reporters there is nothing to worry about.
• Despite strong progress, no new deal has been signed, and Mercedes has yet to confirm its 2026 driver lineup.
• Russell is enjoying his best season at Mercedes with two wins and eight podiums, placing him fourth in the standings.