Russell should be priority, or Bottas if one of them is not in Merc seat. Ocon won't cut it against Max, he was struggling against Ricciardo who is being spanked by Norris.JordanMugen wrote: ↑22 May 2021, 18:37|
Unfortunately Tsunoda doesn't seem up to it, neither Vips.
Marko should draft and present a contract for Russell ASAP, IMO. Offer a 3-year-deal with a good salary, that should do the trick to win over the former Mercedes junior. Russell himself notes he is a "free agent".
Regardless the car is tuned to Max style, even engine mapping. In a quali shootout, Max will be given the best track position. So don't think any top driver would want to jump in. Ricciardo post quali interview was vaguely explosive suggesting something not right with his car and not understanding the second delta to Norris. He might be done this year as well if the trend continues.