A former FIA steward and driver reckons George Russell should switch to Aston Martin if Mercedes chooses to replace him with Max Verstappen.

With both drivers signed-up for F1 2026, team boss Andy Cowell spoke of the positive effect which this is having on their preparations for F1’s new era – Aston Martin a team to watch – potentially closing an avenue for Russell, who is looking to secure his future on the grid.