Max Verstappen Mercedes 2026: Will Wolff Pick Russell or Antonelli?

Who will Toto Wolff choose to partner Max Verstappen at Mercedes?

In this episode, Soumil and Kunal dive deep into Mercedes’ toughest driver dilemma: George Russell vs. Kimi Antonelli. With Verstappen’s prime years ahead, Toto Wolff faces the ultimate question: how cruel will he be with his current drivers?

Topics we cover in this episode:

• Why every F1 Team Principal would want Max Verstappen in his prime
•  Russell’s long-standing Mercedes journey vs. Antonelli’s rising prodigy
• Could Antonelli be loaned to another Mercedes-powered team?
• What Mercedes’ 2026 engine dominance means for their driver line-up
• How Ferrari, McLaren, Alpine & Williams factor into the Verstappen decision

Whether it’s Russell, Antonelli, or another surprise choice, we break down the options and the politics behind the decision.

Who do you think Toto Wolff will choose, Russell or Antonelli?
Drop your prediction in the comments below!

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