George Russell Says He Will Drive for Mercedes in 2027

Overview

• Russell, who told reporters Monday he will stay with Mercedes for 2027, said his place depends on meeting set performance targets.
• He described the agreement as a multi‑year contract with metrics and said those targets are very likely to be met.
• Reports tie Max Verstappen to a possible Mercedes move after Red Bull’s slow start to the new rules, but those links remain unconfirmed.
• Mercedes opened 2026 with three straight wins, and teammate Kimi Antonelli leads the standings with two victories from pole.
• Both drivers say their working relationship is steady, and Russell added he is improving his race starts with updated launch procedures ahead of Miami.