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News›Dutch Grand Prix 2026

Guenther Steiner says Mercedes no longer needs Verstappen

Motorsport.com+ 2 moreSat 15 Aug · 11:30 UTCupdated Tue 18 Aug · 17:10 UTCHave your say
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Former Haas team principal Guenther Steiner has stated that Mercedes' need for Max Verstappen has diminished. He suggests that the team may have already identified a promising talent in Kimi Anton.

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First to reportMercedes no longer needs Max Verstappen, says Guenther SteinerFormer Haas Formula 1 team principal Guenther Steiner believes Mercedes' need to sign Max Verstappen has faded, suggesting the Brackley outfit has already found "the next Max Verstappen" in Kimi Antonelli. Verstappen's F1 future has been the subject of paddock rumours for some time, particularly with Red Bull struggling to keep up with Mercedes at the front of the grid in 2026. The Dutchman has ... Keep readingMotorsport.comSat 15 Aug · 11:30 UTCRead their report →
Ex F1 team boss Guenther Steiner claims Mercedes “don’t need” Max VerstappenEx-Haas team boss Guenther Steiner makes bold Mercedes claim amid Max Verstappen's uncertain F1 future.CrashMon 17 Aug · 08:46 UTCRead →
Guenther Steiner claims Mercedes don’t need Max Verstappen thanks to Kimi AntonelliFormer Haas Team Principal Guenther Steiner believes Mercedes no longer needs to pursue Max Verstappen, citing Andrea Kimi Antonelli’s breakout performances in 2026. Verstappen has long faced speculation surrounding a potential switch to Brackley. However, Red Bull has struggled to match Mercedes’ dominant pace this season, leaving the four-time World Champion sixth in the Drivers’…Motorsport WeekTue 18 Aug · 17:00 UTCRead →
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