Shovlin: Confident, calm Russell steps up to Mercedes leader role

There is no end to rumors that Max Verstappen could end up in Mercedes, but George Russell’s start of season has put the British driver in the spotlight. Following Lewis Hamilton’s decision to sign up for Ferrari, George Russell is taking on more responsibilities on the team. Russell, who has become an experienced driver, has started the season with two consecutive podiums and is currently third in the drivers’ championship. After finishing seco…

Mercedes note major change in George Russell as Max Verstappen threat looms

Mercedes trackside engineering director Andrew Shovlin has spoken glowingly about how George Russell has stepped into a team-leader role this F1 season. Following Lewis Hamilton seeking pastures new at Ferrari, the 27-year-old has assumed more responsibility with the Brackley squad as the more experienced driver in its line up. Team principal Toto Wolff has also been forthcoming in his praise of Russell, who has opened his account for the year w…

Shovlin: Confident, calm Russell steps up to Mercedes leader role

Mercedes continued with their quiet progress in the new Formula 1 season at the Japanese Grand Prix on Friday with George Russell among the pacesetters on the opening day at the Suzuka circuit, prompting Andrew Shovlin to reveal how the 27-year-old Briton has embraced the role as team leader. Russell is P3 in the 2025 F1 drivers' standings after...

Russell, Antonelli and Shovlin comment on Japanese GP FP1&2 - Silver Arrows Net

George Russell, Kimi Antonelli and Trackside Engineering Director Andrew Shovlin give their comments on the 2025 Japanese GP FP1&2. Read More The post Russell, Antonelli and Shovlin comment on Japanese GP FP1&2 appeared first on Silver Arrows Net.