George Russell
Born: February 15, 1998 (age 27)
Height: 6' 0.5" (185cm)
Hometown: King's Lynn, England
Nationality: 
British
BritishTeam: Mercedes
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Max Verstappen pays penalty as Oscar Piastri wins Saudi Arabia Grand Prix, takes Formula 1 Championship lead
McLaren driver Oscar Piastri takes the lead in the Drivers Championship after winning Sunday's Saudi Arabia Grand Prix.
4 days ago
Wolff denies Verstappen talks for Mercedes 2026
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has firmly quashed renewed speculation that he is seeking to sign Max Verstappen for 2026.
4 days ago
Max Verstappen secures Saudi Arabia Grand Prix pole after Lando Norris crashes out in Q3
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen qualifies fastest for Sunday's Saudi Arabian Grand Prix after Championship leader Lando Norris crashes out in Q3.
5 days ago
Aston Martin calls Verstappen signing 'exciting' prospect
As speculation about Max Verstappen's future intensifies, Aston Martin has not dismissed the allure of signing the Red Bull star, describing it as "exciting."
5 days ago
Mercedes' Verstappen bid 'understandable' - Russell
George Russell has stated that it would be "completely understandable" if Mercedes pursued Max Verstappen for the 2026 season.
5 days ago
Russell, Minardi, take aim at Norris' McLaren performance
George Russell has aimed a subtle dig at Formula 1 frontrunners McLaren, asserting that the Woking-based team should comfortably secure the 2025 world championships.
6 days ago
Russell - No title hopes against dominant McLaren
George Russell has dismissed his chances of clinching the 2025 Formula 1 world championship.
7 days ago
Honda downplays Verstappen-to-Aston Martin hype
Honda has sought to quell rumours that Max Verstappen might jump ship to Aston Martin in Formula 1.
9 days ago
Wolff eager to lock in Russell for Mercedes future
As Formula 1 shifts from Bahrain to Saudi Arabia, speculation suggests George Russell's place at Mercedes is secure.
9 days ago
Marko fears Verstappen exit as Red Bull slumps
As Red Bull's performance plummets alongside Max Verstappen's morale, rumours are reigniting that the team could lose its star driver.
10 days ago
Oscar Piastri cruises to Bahrain Grand Prix win, Lando Norris defies penalty for podium
Oscar Piastri closes the gap on McLaren teammate Lando Norris in the Drivers Championship with victory in Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix.
11 days ago
Oscar Piastri outshines McLaren teammate Lando Norris to secure Bahrain Grand Prix pole
Oscar Piastri secures pole position for Sunday's Bahrain Grand Prix during what was a poor qualifying effort from Championship leader Lando Norris.
12 days ago
FIA's Ben Sulayem jetting into Bahrain storm
FIA president Mohammed Ben Sulayem is stepping into a turbulent scene in Bahrain after a period of absence - reportedly due to Ramadan.
13 days ago
Russell must step up to retain Mercedes seat
While George Russell has earned praise from some quarters for his early 2025 showings, Ralf Schumacher believes the Mercedes driver needs to raise his game to lock in a new contract.
13 days ago
GPDA chiefs split on DRS safety after Doohan shunt
The co-directors of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association are at odds over how to address Jack Doohan's dramatic crash at Suzuka.
15 days ago
Vesti set for Bahrain action, manager confirms
Frederik Vesti's manager has put an end to rumours by confirming that the Danish driver will indeed take to the track for Mercedes at this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix.
16 days ago
Max Verstappen wins Japanese Grand Prix, message sent to Lando Norris, Oscar Piastri
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen earns his first victory of the 2025 Formula 1 season by edging out Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri at the Japanese Grand Prix.
18 days ago
Bottas guides Antonelli to strong Suzuka showing
Valtteri Bottas has earned praise for his role in helping Mercedes rookie Kimi Antonelli find his footing at Suzuka, according to the team's assessment.
18 days ago
Max Verstappen on pole for Japanese Grand Prix, Liam Lawson edges out Yuki Tsunoda
Red Bull driver Max Verstappen secures his first pole position of the season ahead of Sunday's Japanese Grand Prix, while Liam Lawson edges out his replacement Yuki Tsunoda.
19 days ago
No concerns over '26 Mercedes contract - Russell
George Russell asserted on Thursday that he remains entirely unconcerned about his upcoming contract discussions with Mercedes.
21 days ago
No Mercedes or Aston Martin move for me, says Marko
Formula 1's infamous 'silly season' for drivers has kicked off remarkably early in 2025.
22 days ago
Piastri targets 2025 title ahead of teammate Norris
Oscar Piastri is brimming with assurance that he can contend for the 2025 drivers' championship.
23 days ago
Russell's future hinges on Verstappen, says Albers
George Russell's stellar performances this season might still leave him fighting to secure his place at Mercedes.
24 days ago
Wolff missing Suzuka amid bigger picture focus
Toto Wolff's fans won't spot the Mercedes team principal and co-owner trackside at Suzuka.
28 days ago
Wolff shuts down rumours of Verstappen deal
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff has moved to quash speculation that he's already negotiating with Max Verstappen for a potential switch in 2026 or beyond.
31 days ago
Media doubt Norris' readiness for F1 title pressure
After a strong showing in Australia, where he became the first non-Verstappen championship leader in years, the 25-year-old has faltered in China.
32 days ago
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton revels in Chinese Sprint, responds to people "yapping away"
Lewis Hamilton secures his first victory in the colours of Ferrari, winning Saturday's Chinese GP Sprint ahead of the Grand Prix on Sunday.
33 days ago
Ferrari more relieved than happy in China - Gene
Ferrari and Lewis Hamilton have roared back into form.
33 days ago
Mini-DRS crackdown targets rivals, not us - Norris
McLaren "could win every race in 2025," according to Mercedes' George Russell.
34 days ago
Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton "in shock" after surprise pole for Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race
Ferrari driver Lewis Hamilton admits that he feels in a state of disbelief having earned pole position for the Chinese Grand Prix Sprint race.
34 days ago
Norris rejects Russell's title strategy tip
McLaren should ignore George Russell's suggestion to pause work on its dominant 2025 car, insists championship leader Lando Norris.
36 days ago
Red Bull can reel in McLaren in five races, says Marko
McLaren's clear early edge in 2025 isn't unbeatable, with Red Bull potentially closing the gap in as few as five races.
38 days ago
Marko to judge Lawson over opening races
It's only the first of 24 rounds, but George Russell believes the 2025 season is already a foregone conclusion.
39 days ago
Lando Norris edges out Max Verstappen to win dramatic Australian Grand Prix
McLaren's Lando Norris overcomes the rain and a number of safety cars to win Sunday's Australian Grand Prix.
39 days ago
F1 and Netflix stand by series amid criticism
Formula 1 and Netflix producers have come to the defence of 'Drive to Survive' amid sharp criticism from top drivers Lando Norris and Max Verstappen.
39 days ago
Mercedes puts Russell's contract talks on hold
George Russell and his team principal Toto Wolff have confirmed that contract negotiations are not an immediate priority.
41 days ago
Marko relieved Verstappen 'not far' off 2025 pace
Dr Helmut Marko expressed relief as practice sessions got underway in Melbourne.
41 days ago
Wolff dismisses Susie's FIA presidency rumours
Toto Wolff has dismissed suggestions that his wife Susie might campaign to become the next president of Formula 1's governing body.
44 days ago
Cadillac's '26 F1 seats spark driver speculation
Formula 1 and the FIA have officially confirmed Cadillac's entry into the sport for the 2026 season.
45 days ago
Leclerc clashes with Russell over 2026 Pirelli tyres
Charles Leclerc has diverged from George Russell's scathing take on Pirelli's narrower 2026 tyres, tested recently for F1's upcoming rules overhaul.
50 days ago
