Mercedes & Redbull Struggling - F1 News Recap (9th May 2024)

George Russell Contract Issue

  • George Russell has a similar contract setup to that of Lewis Hamilton, leading to serious cause for concern within the Mercedes team.

  • With the looming rumours of Verstappen to Mercedes, George Russell could be at serious risk of losing his seat.

Toto Wolff On Redbull’s Downfall

  • Following comments made by Zak Brown, Toto Wolff went on to reinforce the suggestion that Redbull is slowly losing key team members.

  • Christian Horner bites back at Horner, making comment on Mercedes and the team members they themselves have lost over recent years.

Alonso Exposes FIA Bias

  • Fernando Alonso makes clear threat to go to the president of the FIA and make a formal complaint on poor stewarding of races, suggesting there is clear unfair stewarding against the Spanish drivers.

  • Kevin Magnussen takes advantage of the Formula 1 penalty system to retain a comfortable track position for several laps, causing questions around the rules.