Toto Wolff backs George Russell amid Helmut Marko's criticism
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 27, 2026, 12:22 PM
Last updated Oct 27, 2026
Mercedes F1 team principal Toto Wolff has countered Helmut Marko's claim that George Russell cannot recover from losing the world title to Kimi Antonelli. As the Mexico City Grand Prix approaches, Antonelli is poised to clinch the championship, leading Russell by 123 points. Marko suggested Russell can no longer be considered the top driver, citing Antonelli's dominance this season. Wolff defended Russell, stating that he remains capable of future successes if given a suitable car. Russell has faced challenges with handling and reliability in the current season, while Antonelli secured his ninth win in Austin.
- •Antonelli leads Russell by 123 points ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix.
- •Marko believes Russell is no longer the number one driver after Antonelli's success.
- •Wolff insists Russell still has the potential to compete for championships.
- •Russell has struggled with handling and reliability throughout the season.
- •Antonelli is set to be crowned champion barring any major events.
- 12:22 PMMotorsport.com — Toto Wolff dismisses Helmut Marko's Russell theory: "He still has what it takes"
- 12:22 PMYahoo Sports — Toto Wolff dismisses Helmut Marko's Russell theory: "He still has what it takes"
"Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff has dismissed suggestions from former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko that there's no coming back for George Russell from being beaten to the world title by Kimi Antonelli. Antonelli is set to be crowned in the upcoming Mexico City Grand Prix barring exceptional circumstances delaying his coronation by one week. As Mercedes hit the front with the all-new 2026 ...Keep reading
"Mercedes chief is adamant George Russell can wipe the slate clean from impending Formula 1 title defeat to Kimi Antonelli
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External links- Motorsport.comOct 27, 2026, 12:22 PMToto Wolff dismisses Helmut Marko's Russell theory: "He still has what it takes"
Mercedes F1 boss Toto Wolff has dismissed suggestions from former Red Bull advisor Helmut Marko that there's no coming back for George Russell from being beaten to the world title by Kimi Antonelli. Antonelli is set to be crowned in the upcoming Mexico City Grand Prix barring exceptional circumstances delaying his coronation by one week. As Mercedes hit the front with the all-new 2026 ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsOct 27, 2026, 12:22 PMToto Wolff dismisses Helmut Marko's Russell theory: "He still has what it takes"
Mercedes chief is adamant George Russell can wipe the slate clean from impending Formula 1 title defeat to Kimi Antonelli
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