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George Russell has been awarded a prestigious motorsport award, following the likes of Max Verstappen, Lewis Hamilton and Nico Rosberg.
George Russell has been awarded the 2024 Lorenzo Bandini trophy for his commendable performance in motorsport. Named after Bandini, who tragically passed away in a racing accident, the award is not solely based on season results. The ceramic replica trophy is of Bandini’s Ferrari 312 with the #18 and is chosen by a panel of judges. Mercedes’ Russell is the latest recipient of the prestigious award. This accolade comes as Mercedes commemorates their victory in the 1924 Targa Florio race in Sicily, celebrating a century since the achievement. The award has been previously won by notable figures such as Hamilton, Schumacher, Alonso, and others in the motorsport world.
