Lewis Hamilton, George Russell speaks out

George Russell’s words

It’s time for end-of-year reviews for George Russell Russell, who can be satisfied with his 2022, especially with his victory at Interlagos: “It was my finest moment on the track. Obviously it was a very special GP for me. Having Lewis in the mirrors, knowing that he was only 1.3″ from me, made it incredibly stressful. My engineer Riki was giving me those gaps lap after lap, knowing that I couldn’t make a single mistake because it would give him the opportunity to pass me. The moment I crossed the finish line was one of great relief. Knowing that I had achieved this victory by handling that situation and that pressure was a source of great pride for me. I realized how important that GP was for the whole team: all the hard work was rewarded with a victory that seemed out of reach for much of the season. Knowing the potential we have in this team makes me excited for 2023. Obviously after a setback like the one in 2022, it’s really exciting to know that we have a chance to come back and fight in 2023.”

“The relationship with Hamilton has also been harmonious. What impressed me the most about Lewis was how he works with the team, how he gets the most out of the people around him, how he continues to keep his spirits up in difficult times, and ultimately what I already knew: how damn fast he is and how challenging it is to be teammates with someone like him,” the Mercedes driver concluded.