Max Verstappen Counters George Russell Over Red Bull-Ford Engine Comments
### F1 LIVE: Max Verstappen Dismisses George Russell's Comments as Mercedes Signs Champion Driver
Max Verstappen has firmly rebutted George Russell's recent assertion that the performance of Red Bull-Ford engines is "pretty scary." The exchange highlights the competitive tension between Red Bull Racing and Mercedes.
Russell, a driver for Mercedes, praised his team's capabilities during a press conference, emphasizing that "any good team with a Mercedes engine will do well." His comments aimed at underlining Mercedes' performance history and their competitive edge in Formula 1.
In response, Verstappen rejected Russell's claims, confidently stating, "any good team with a Mercedes engine will do well." His remark underscores Red Bull's strong position in the championship, clearly indicating that they are not concerned with the potential threat from rivals, including Mercedes.
The rivalry between these two teams continues to captivate fans and analysts alike, as Verstappen remains focused on maintaining Red Bull's dominance throughout the season.