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After leapfrogging the Scuderia in Montreal and Barcelona, George Russell believes Mercedes will encounter a Ferrari team in “pretty competitive” form during the Formula 1 Austrian Grand Prix. Russell converted a pole position into third place at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve before finishing fourth behind team-mate Lewis Hamilton in Catalunya last weekend. The uptick in […]
Russell secured third place at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve and finished fourth in Catalunya, with Mercedes showing improved performance alongside Ferrari’s double-DNF. He anticipates Mercedes and Ferrari to be strong at the upcoming Red Bull Ring Sprint race. Despite still trailing behind McLaren and Red Bull, Russell remains optimistic about Mercedes’ recent progress and the competitive potential against Ferrari. Mercedes has implemented upgrades on the W15 F1 car, narrowing the gap with the top teams, as Russell acknowledges the team’s continuous efforts in enhancing competitiveness. The recent races have showcased Mercedes’ improved performance, signaling a positive trajectory for the team in the ongoing F1 season.
