Overview
- The FIA stewards ruled that George Russell did not breach regulations behind the safety car, upholding his first victory of the season at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
- Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff labeled Red Bull’s challenge “petty” and “embarrassing,” while Christian Horner said the team had “no regrets” about filing the protest.
- Toto Wolff confirmed Mercedes and Russell have agreed on a timeline to finalize a contract extension during the summer race calendar.
- Russell affirmed his loyalty to Mercedes, downplayed external interest in his seat and praised his growing partnership with rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli.
- Max Verstappen’s contract reportedly includes a clause allowing him to leave Red Bull if he is outside the top four by the summer break, intensifying speculation about his future.