Championship-hungry George Russell hopes to put up a ‘fight’ against Max Verstappen
At the launch of W14, George Russell took a moment to speak about his rival Max Verstappen.
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George Russell, the Mercedes driver just celebrated his 25th birthday, the other big celebration for him and the team was the launch of W14. The fans were in awe of the Mercedes livery, it was unlike any other and the drivers were delighted with the black car. Russell who is already excited about the upcoming season has big goals to accomplish.
The Briton spoke to GPblog and others about his fifth year in Formula One. While he was in Williams for three years, he stayed patient waiting for his turn, to get an opportunity with the big teams. His time with Williams had finally paid off in 2022, he got his Mercedes seat and proved himself worthy of it. Russell finally got his maiden win at Brazil after starting from the pole.
Once the Briton got the taste of victory, it is not surprising that he wants more. “I am going into my fifth year of F1, I’ve had three difficult years at the back of the grid. Feel like last year was a good taste. I feel ready in myself and the team I have around me to fight.”To win both championships Mercedes will have to take it up with the front runners.
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George Russell is certain Mercedes will be competitive again
Russell believes they are more than capable of taking it up with the front runners though it is likely to be tough. While speaking about the two-time world champion Max Verstappen, Russell firmly believes they have to be strong to challenge him. “We want to put that fight against Max”.
Russell went on to add, “I am sure Ferrari will come out of the blocks fast”. Though he has not ruled out Ferrari, Hamilton’s teammate is certain that Mercedes can be competitive again and fight at the front. “This is why I had the dream of being an F1 driver and what I’m working towards every day. We will do our best to achieve that.”
George Russell had impressed everyone last season, and going up against the seven-time world champion, Sir Lewis Hamilton, is not to be taken lightly. The Briton got the team their only win in 2022, it made them hopeful and assured that they were moving in the right direction. Hungrier than ever, the Mercedes lads will be aiming to get back in front and challenge their rivals. The 2023 season is just around the corner and the Formula One world doesn’t know what to expect.
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