Wolff insists Russell’s Canada win doesn't affect his Mercedes future

Toto Wolff has revealed Mercedes has a "timeline" for finalising George Russell's new contract, despite his recent Canadian Grand Prix victory not being a direct factor. Wolff emphasised that Russell's pole position and win, marking Mercedes' first of the season, simply reaffirmed what the team already knows about his capabilities. Russell, whose current deal expires at the end of 2025, has steadily proven his worth since joining in 2022, evolving from a young driver to a senior figure within the team, particularly since Lewis Hamilton's departure. Wolff praised Russell's natural progression and the positive team atmosphere, stating that contract discussions will proceed as planned around a pre-agreed timeline, amidst the busy racing schedule.