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George Russell beamed that his Mercedes Formula 1 car “came alive” once the vibration that had blighted him passed as he qualified fifth for the Monaco Grand Prix. Russell had appeared to be on the backfoot across all three practice hours compared to team-mate Lewis Hamilton, who was up inside the top three in each […]
Russell struggled compared to Hamilton during practice sessions, but he secured fifth on the grid with Hamilton close behind. He was happy to overcome car issues but regretted missing out on two higher places by 0.025s. Russell praised the team’s hard work on upgrades, which he believes contributed to his improved performance. He is focused on progress and aims for a podium finish, highlighting the importance of strategy and luck in Monaco. Russell emphasized the need for speed in pit stops and tire management for success in the race.
