F1 News: Christian Horner suggests OLDER Max Verstappen as Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes replacement

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Horner suggests OLDER Verstappen as Hamilton's Mercedes replacement

Red Bull boss Christian Horner has criticised Mercedes counterpart Toto-Wolff

Kevin McKenna

Sunday 30 June 2024 22:00

Red Bull team principal Christian Horner has offered a funny solution to Mercedes' hunt for a driver to replace Lewis Hamilton.

Toto Wolff has made his ambitions clear to sign Max Verstappen since the start of the F1 season.

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Ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix, Verstappen confirmed he would be staying with the reigning constructors' champions in 2025, but with his contract up the following season, his long-term future remains uncertain.

The 26-year-old currently holds a healthy advantage at the top of the drivers' standings, and looks well on course to secure his fourth straight world title.

Max Verstappen's long-term future at Red Bull remains uncertain

Toto Wolff has made no secret of his desire to sign Verstappen for Mercedes

Horner hits out at 'distraction tactics'

The 50-year-old was asked by media why he thought Wolff has consistently spoken about his desire to sign the three-time champion, and offered an alternative suggestion which could solve the Mercedes' chief's problem.

"That's a question you would have to ask Toto," replied Horner.