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Max Verstappen’s Mercedes dreams shattered? Toto Wolff’s shocking claim about Kimi Antonelli reveals all

Carl Harrison by Carl Harrison
December 19, 2025
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Max Verstappen’s Mercedes dreams shattered? Toto Wolff’s shocking claim about Kimi Antonelli reveals all

Formula One F1 - Abu Dhabi Grand Prix - Yas Marina Circuit, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - December 5, 2024 Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff with Mercedes' Andrea Kimi Antonelli ahead of the grand prix REUTERS/Hamad I Mohammed

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Title: Max Verstappen’s Mercedes Dream Dims: Toto Wolff’s Bold Kimi Antonelli Revelation Shakes F1 Landscape

In a stunning turn of events that could reshape the future of Formula 1, Toto Wolff’s recent statements regarding Kimi Antonelli have thrown a massive shadow over Max Verstappen’s potential switch to Mercedes. The buzz around Verstappen’s possible migration from Red Bull to the silver arrows has been relentless, but Wolff’s latest remarks may signal that the door is now firmly closed.

For the past two seasons, whispers of Verstappen joining Mercedes have been rife, especially after Wolff acknowledged ongoing discussions with the reigning champion. However, the situation took a baffling twist when it was revealed that Wolff had yet to secure contracts with either George Russell or the young prodigy Antonelli for the 2026 season. As the European races unfolded, Antonelli, still finding his footing as a rookie, faced a tumultuous stretch that included a cringe-inducing collision with Verstappen at the Red Bull Ring, resulting in a dismal performance that netted him a mere single point across five Grand Prix.

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At just 19 years old, Antonelli’s journey in F1 is just beginning, but Wolff’s unwavering commitment to the rising Italian star is evident. During a revealing appearance on the *Beyond The Grid* podcast, Wolff expressed confidence in Antonelli’s potential, stating, “Three, five years from now, we expect him to peak. And that’s the time we need to give him.” With such a timeline extending to 2030—two years after Verstappen’s current Red Bull contract expires—Wolff’s comments imply a strong investment in Antonelli, possibly leaving no space for Verstappen as the team’s leading driver.

Wolff elaborated on the challenges Antonelli faces, emphasizing the need for maturity and the ability to handle the immense pressures of F1. “I think he knows a lot about this sport because that’s what he lives and breathes every day,” he noted. “But there is the human component that you need to mature as a young man, cope with the dynamics and pressure of this environment. But I mean, no doubt that this is going in the right direction.”

While the prospect of Mercedes hiring Verstappen remains on the table, the four-time world champion has consistently shown he will not settle for anything less than being the top dog. With such a fierce competitive spirit, it’s hard to envision him accepting a role as a secondary driver to anyone, regardless of who his teammate might be.

The drama continues to unfold in F1, and as Wolff’s strategy to develop Antonelli becomes clearer, the question lingers: is Verstappen’s reign at Mercedes truly over before it even began? The implications of this narrative could send shockwaves throughout the sport, leaving fans and analysts alike on the edge of their seats.

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