George Russell ‘wouldn’t be surprised’ if Max Verstappen took shock 2026 F1 sabbatical

George Russell has predicted that Max Verstappen could take a shock sabbatical one in 2026.

Verstappen’s F1 future has been a hot topic since the start of the year, particularly given Red Bull ’s off-track turmoil.

While Verstappen has a contract until 2028, it’s thought that he has a number of exit clauses in his contract. Russell remains open to partnering Verstappen should Mercedes manage to sign F1’s top driver - but suggested the three-time world champion might take a sabbatical.. “Nor would I shy away from him jumping in with us.

“Max can take a year off for 2026 and see which the best team is. I wouldn’t be at all surprised if he did that. Remember, 2026 is a lottery. So, you truly don’t know what will transpire.”Russell signed a multi-year deal with Mercedes in the middle of last year, keeping him at the team until the end of 2025 at the earliest.

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