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Russell: Hamilton and I trust each other amid tense F1 battles
In the 2023 Formula 1 season, there were several incidents and clashes between Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, both drivers for Mercedes. They collided during qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix and also crashed at Turn 1 in Qatar. Hamilton took full responsibility for the incident in Qatar. Russell stated that these clashes were normal when two drivers are evenly matched, as they were throughout the season. They frequently crossed paths on track due to their similar performance levels. Despite the tense moments, Russell emphasized that they trust each other to leave enough room on track and not go beyond the limit. He admitted that the 2023 season was mentally challenging for him, but he believes that his errors are a result of pushing himself harder than ever to surpass Hamilton.
