Gwen Lagrue leaves Mercedes for Red Bull after 11 years
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 8:00 AM
Last updated Aug 7, 2026
Mercedes' Head of Junior Programme Gwen Lagrue announced his departure to Red Bull following his final Grand Prix with the team in Budapest. In an emotional farewell message, Lagrue reflected on his 11 years at Mercedes, where he developed talents like George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. He expressed gratitude for the opportunity and highlighted the achievements during his tenure, vowing to continue nurturing young drivers at Red Bull. Lagrue's transition comes as he prepares to succeed Helmut Marko, taking the reins of Red Bull's prestigious Junior Programme.
- •Gwen Lagrue joins Red Bull in 2027.
- •He spent 11 years developing drivers at Mercedes.
- •Lagrue's last race with Mercedes was in Budapest.
- •He has worked with talents like George Russell.
- •Lagrue succeeds Helmut Marko at Red Bull.
- 8:00 AMYahoo Sports — Mercedes' top talent scout shares emotional farewell message ahead of Red Bull move
"Mercedes Head of Junior Programme Gwen Lagrue, the man behind the rise of several talents including George Russell and Kimi Antonelli, shared a heartfelt message on social media to thank the entire team ahead of his move to Red Bull in 2027. Just a few days ago, the Milton Keynes-based team completed the signing of one of the most highly regarded talent scouts in the paddock, the man who discovered and helped launch the careers of numerous drivers who went on to achieve success in Formula 1 and
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