George Russell endured a difficult race in Japan last week and failed to classify on the podium for the first time this year.
Former F1 driver Martin Brundle believes George Russell “lost his head” at the Japanese Grand Prix due to frustration during the race. Russell pitted from second place just before a safety car was deployed following Oliver Bearman’s crash, allowing Kimi Antonelli to take the lead without stopping. Russell asked over team radio about agreed race strategies but slipped back during a restart, as Lewis Hamilton surged. Brundle noted Russell’s frustration and lapse in performance, suggesting he had the race in control until then. Russell finished fourth, missing the podium for the first time this season and falling to second in the drivers’ standings. Brundle advised Russell to reset during the break and treat his competition seriously for future races.
