Mercedes driver George Russell also opened up on ongoing talks between his team and Max Verstappen, suggesting the Brackley outfit's significant interest.

Helmut Marko has reflected on Max Verstappen and Red Bull Racing's past championships ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix. The Formula 1 circus has landed in Austria this weekend, where Red Bull Racing and Marko will take part in their home race this Sunday,

Max Verstappen at the Red Bull Ring is usually a recipe for success. The defending Formula 1 champion has an upgraded car for his team's home race in Austria — where he's won five times — on the back of an encouraging second place in Canada, where his two McLaren rivals collided.