George Russell
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Russell saw the ‘reward’ in pit-lane queue-jump
George Russell says he saw his illegal pit-lane overtake on Hungarian Grand Prix winner Esteban Ocon as a “risk versus reward” moment.
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Russell completes 137 laps for Mercedes in tyre test
George Russell completed a total of 137 laps for Mercedes in a 2022 tyre test carried out at the Hungaroring.
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Russell to test for Mercedes in Hungary
George Russell will be back behind the wheel of a Mercedes when he tests the 18-inch tyres at the Hungaroring.
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Russell caught by surprise with post-race tears
George Russell did not expect the tears to flow after finally scoring his first Williams points at the Hungarian Grand Prix.
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Russell in tears after first points for Williams
George Russell was literally in tears after finally sealing his first points as a Williams driver in Formula 1.
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Russell thought Hungary Q2 ‘would be a breeze’
George Russell thought the Hungaroring would be Williams’ strongest track of the season, but instead he suffered Q1 elimination.
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Capito ‘wishes’ Russell will get Mercedes seat
Jost Capito “wishes” Mercedes would sign George Russell for 2022, insisting he will support his driver moving up.
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Russell: ‘Lewis one of the cleanest, fairest racers’
Following “allegations” by Red Bull, although it must be noted one can only surmise what was said, George Russell has defended Lewis Hamilton.
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Russell: Williams still has ‘Q3 potential’ in Hungary
George Russell has said he is feeling in a good place in his Williams, as he harbours hopes of muscling his way into Q3 once again.
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Russell says ‘impossible’ to 2022 Red Bull drive
George Russell won’t be heading to Red Bull next season, saying it is “impossible” and that his 2022 car will be powered by Mercedes.
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Russell: Being Hamilton’s team-mate would be ‘amazing’
George Russell says being team-mates with Lewis Hamilton would be “amazing” – and he is eager to “battle” him in the same Mercedes machinery.
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Alfa Romeo must ‘control’ Russell points haul
In the battle to avoid propping up the Constructors’ Championship, Alfa Romeo have made keeping George Russell on zero points their target.
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Williams want more of ‘reasonably strong’ Hungary form
Williams hold hopes of a “reasonably strong” showing at the Hungaroring, a track which has served them well in recent years.
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Rosberg doubts Bottas or Russell decision is made
Nico Rosberg does not believe his former team Mercedes have made up their mind yet about George Russell or Valtteri Bottas for 2022.
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Russell: Too many penalties could stop hard racing
George Russell says if the FIA continue to give out too many penalties, it will discourage drivers from racing each other to their full capabilities.
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Steiner: Merc have a plan for ‘exceptional’ Russell
Haas team principal Guenther Steiner believes Mercedes have an exact plan for the future of George Russell, who he dubbed an “exceptional talent”.
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2022 Mercedes not a surefire winner for Russell
George Russell says he has “no idea” whether or not a move to Mercedes would guarantee him the chance to compete at the front in 2022.
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Russell ‘thriving’ off pressure of Formula 1 future
George Russell’s prospects for 2022 are a hot topic of debate throughout the paddock, but he has been turning this pressure into positivity.
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Russell denies all Williams’ focus is on qualifying
George Russell, twice into Q3 but yet to score, has denied that Williams are focusing on qualifying, saying “everything” is on the race.
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Russell ‘out-qualifying the true pace of the car’
Qualifying P8 on Friday and yet leaving Silverstone without a point, George Russell reckons he is “out-qualifying the true pace of the car”.
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Hamilton warned Russell has same attitude as Max
David Coulthard says George Russell may not have Lewis Hamilton’s speed, but his “I don’t care” attitude could be an issue for the Brit.
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Russell given three-place grid drop for Sainz collision
George Russell has been given a three-place grid penalty for Sunday’s British Grand Prix after his first-lap contact with Carlos Sainz in sprint qualifying.
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Sainz blames collision on ‘obvious’ Russell mistake
Carlos Sainz says an “obvious” error from George Russell is the reason the two drivers came together during sprint qualifying.
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Russell revels in ‘absolutely mental’ Silverstone qualy
George Russell was thrilled with his stunning performance to secure P8 on the grid for sprint qualifying at Silverstone.
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Horner tells Mercedes: ‘Go on, give Russell a go’
Christian Horner has told his rival boss Toto Wolff that the time has come to put George Russell in a Mercedes car having “served his apprenticeship”.
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Russell ‘wouldn’t say no’ if Red Bull called
George Russell reaffirmed his current loyalty towards Mercedes, but he would consider an offer from Red Bull if it came.
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Russell confirms no Mercedes announcement at Silverstone
George Russell has ruled out being announced as a Mercedes driver for the 2022 season at the British Grand Prix.
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Norris supporting Hamilton to ‘bring it home’
Lando Norris is backing his fellow Brit Lewis Hamilton to upset the odds and claim a record eighth World Championship.
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‘Strong respect’ between Russell, Hamilton and Norris
George Russell says he and compatriots Lewis Hamilton and Lando Norris have good relationships and a lot of respect for one another.
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Red Bull would consider signing Russell if Mercedes don’t
Helmut Marko expects Mercedes to sign George Russell, but says Red Bull would consider snapping the Brit up if their rivals don’t.