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Originally Posted by Artemis
A hypothetical move to Mercedes in 2025 won't offer 'instant gratification' for Verstappen (likely a transitional year, fighting for podium places).
But a more competitive Mercedes car can be expected in 2026.
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The whole situation depends on how strong the Ford PU will be in 2026.
Wolff can wisper to MAX some exciting fairy tales of how strong the Mercedes PU will be .
Just to get MAX in his Mercedes seat !
MAX wants to see the hard facts (of course)! But Wolff can't show him that. (not yet)!
And there's more than just the new 2026 PU. It's also about the complete new 2026 aero package because then active aero is allowed .
Active Aero ?
IMHO , A.Newey is the right man for that (at Red Bull)!
So , at this moment MAX don't wants to gamble .
BTW : As we know , MAX never raced for the money but to win races .