Max Verstappen has shut down speculation linking him with a sensational move to Mercedes, insisting that much of the talk about his Formula 1 future is simply people trying to “create drama.” For weeks,

Red Bull have kept hold of four-time Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen for now but rumours of a move to Mercedes or Aston Martin are certain to return soon enough

This machinery-induced slump is allowing George Russell back into the fight. The Mercedes driver, who seemed to be at risk of losing his seat to Verstappen just weeks ago, pipped polesitter Charles Leclerc to the final spot on the rostrum in Hungary. This means that the two rivals are separated by just 15 points heading into the summer break.