WATCH: “They’re paying me off,” George Russell and Lando Norris make SHOCKING claim that some F1 drivers drink during a GP weekend in Drive to Survive

George Russell and Lando Norris revealed that there might be a few drivers who indulge in alcohol during F1 weekends.

WATCH: “They’re paying me off,” George Russell and Lando Norris make SHOCKING claim that some F1 drivers drink during a GP weekend in Drive to Survive

Lando Norris and George Russell (Via IMAGO), Lando Norris in Drive to Survive (Via @scuderiafemboy/X)

Drive to Survive‘s latest season is out. The sixth season of the Netflix docuseries provides fans with an in-depth view of the F1 paddock. Subsequently, the show allows fans to hear interesting conversations from drivers. George Russell and Lando Norris even revealed that a few drivers on the grid drink alcohol during race weekends.

The two drivers were on a private jet when Norris asked if Russell would like to go out that night. When the Mercedes driver enquired if the 24-year-old was serious, Lando Norris made it clear that he would not do such a thing.

Moreover, George Russell revealed that his Williams contract forbade him from drinking during a Grand Prix weekend, during his stay at the Grove-based team between 2019-2021.

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It was in my Williams contract. You weren't allowed to drink during the weekend.
George Russell said on Drive to Survive (H&T: @scuderiafemboy/X)
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Lando Norris reckoned that there were some drivers who indulged in drinking during F1 weekends. However, the 24-year-old refused to pinpoint any driver in particular.

Not gonna say names, but there's definitely some people who drink.
Lando Norris said on Drive to Survive (H&T: @scuderiafemboy/X)

Subsequently, Russell claimed that he had even seen drivers drink alcohol in such circumstances. The Mercedes driver joked that he had been paid to not disclose the identity of said drivers. Nevertheless, it was a shocking revelation for viewers.

I know... I've seen it... They're paying me off not to... not to tell.
George Russell concluded

Lando Norris’ 2023 campaign highlighted in Drive to Survive

Lando Norris has established himself as one of the most exciting talents in Formula 1. Subsequently, there was interest in the Briton from many teams including Red Bull. This put pressure on McLaren as it headed into the 2023 season with an underperforming car.

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Lando Norris (via IMAGO)

Drive to Survive’s latest season takes a deep dive into Norris’ 2023 campaign with the Woking-based team. The show covers the low points faced by Lando Norris at the start of the season while highlighting the mid-season recovery that propelled the squad forward. Subsequently, McLaren’s massive progress in the latter half of the year led to Norris’ decision to sign a massive new contract with the team.

Certainly, Lando Norris has a massive fanbase which would be eager to see the 24-year-old’s 2023 season. The British driver managed to bag a handful of podiums as the Woking-based team bounced back with solid results. However, it remains to be seen how Norris and McLaren perform in the upcoming season.

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