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George Russell and Max Verstappen feature in today’s Formula One headlines (Image: Getty)
The 2025 Formula One season is now just days away and teams are putting together their final preparations ahead of the Australian Grand Prix. Drivers head to Melbourne this week for what could be the most exciting campaign in several years.
can win a record fifth consecutive world title but the star will face stronger competition. ‘s came close to properly challenging Verstappen last season, while has confessed to feeling rejuvenated following his switch from to . It remains to be seen whether the Briton can finally break the record that has eluded him for some time – an eighth world championship.
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Max Verstappen issued world title warning
has been told he has no chance of winning a record fifth consecutive drivers’ title this year.
The star faces stronger competition for the prize he has dominated over the past few years.
Ralf Schumacher believes Verstappen ‘rescued’ a poorer car last year and will not have as much success this term.
Schumacher told Sky Germany: “Last year it was clear. was very strong at the start of the season, but then they couldn’t handle the car. Verstappen was the rescue.
“However, he will have to get used to everything coming to an end. I don’t think he has a chance.”
Max Verstappen is bidding for a fifth consecutive world title (Image: Getty)
George Russell urged to quit Mercedes
has been urged to quit amid speculation that is still courting a mega switch for .
Dutch F1 pundit Jack Plooij believes Russell should be seeking a move to new F1 team Cadillac.
Colton Herta is widely expected to join Cadillac when they form a team for the 2026 season.
And Plooij speculated: “Who do you put next to? in 2026? He has to get out, because Max has to get in. I’d throw everything at Russell.”