Toto Wolff (Mercedes) breaks the silence on Max Verstappen

Executive Director of Mercedes F1, Toto Wolff returned to the rumors from last season announcing the arrival of Max Verstappen (Red Bull).

The 2025 F1 season promises to be one of the most exciting in recent years, marked by growing rivalries between the top teams. Max Verstappen, although having won a fourth consecutive world title, was not spared from the turbulence.

Max Verstappen at the heart of the intrigues of the 2025 F1 season

The Dutch driver went through a difficult period at Red Bull, punctuated by a prolonged absence of victories, a rare occurrence for the Austrian team. These poor performances fueled rumors of internal dissension and raised questions about Verstappen's future within the team. Some observers even raised the possibility of a departure to Mercedes, a hypothesis which shook the paddock.

Mercedes on the prowl

Taking advantage of the instability at Red Bull, Mercedes attempted a daring move. Toto Wolff, executive director of the German team, has increased contacts with Verstappen, hoping to convince him to join his ranks. This aggressive strategy demonstrates Mercedes' ambition to recover a driver capable of dominating the championship.

However, Verstappen calmed speculation by reaffirming his commitment to Red Bull. “Great teams are always attractive, but I am part of an exceptional team. I've had a lot of success with Red Bull, it's like a second family to me,” he said in a recent interview.

A future still uncertain

Despite this declaration of loyalty, the rivalries between Red Bull and Mercedes continue to grow. Verstappen's future remains a central point of intrigue, and the 2025 season could well be a turning point for the world champion. One thing is certain: the duel between the two teams promises to excite F1 fans.