Verstappen tops Mercedes' list to replace Hamilton

Max Verstappen would be top of Mercedes' list of possible replacements for seven-time Formula One world champion Lewis Hamilton in 2025 if available, according to team boss Toto Wolff.

The triple world champion has a contract with Red Bull until 2028 but his future at the team has been clouded by a breakdown in relations between his father Jos and principal Christian Horner.

Mercedes is losing Hamilton at the end of the season to Ferrari, with Sunday's Australian GP winner Carlos Sainz Jr losing his seat.