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George Rusell scored his third career pole position at the Silverstone Circuit, besting his team-mate to the top spot.
George Russell has secured his third career pole position at the Silverstone Circuit, stating that he’s currently “riding a wave” of success. He outpaced teammate Lewis Hamilton by almost two-tenths of a second during Q3 for the British Grand Prix. Despite Mercedes’ challenging start to the season, the team has shown improvement recently and is now a strong contender in recent events. Russell’s pole position at his home track follows his victory for Mercedes in Austria less than a week ago, marking an impressive streak for the team. Although thrilled with his performance, Russell acknowledged the tough competition ahead on Sunday from McLaren and Max Verstappen. He expressed excitement about the upcoming race and the incredible support from the crowd at Silverstone, with three Brits finishing in the top three positions. Subscribe to the YouTube channel for a chance to win F1 Belgian GP tickets in 2024 and stay updated on the latest racing news.