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Update on George Russell’s health provided amid illness battle in Baku.
George Russell has been dealing with illness during the Azerbaijan Grand Prix weekend, resulting in him skipping F1 media duties and struggling with a sore throat and fever. Despite his unwell condition, Russell participated in practice sessions, showing signs of improvement as he continued driving. Sky Sports F1 pitlane reporter Ted Kravitz provided updates on Russell’s health, mentioning his fever and sore throat but highlighting that it did not seem to impact his driving performance. Russell ended up sixth fastest in final practice, demonstrating his determination to push through despite his health issues. The Mercedes driver even skipped the drivers’ briefing to avoid potentially spreading his illness to others, showing consideration for his fellow competitors. Russell’s past battle with pneumonia last year emphasizes the importance of prioritizing his health and well-being during racing events.
