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Two-time Le Mans winner and former F1 driver Gijs van Lennep has said George Russell is going to get his “arse kicked” in a withering character assassination of the British driver.
According to two-time 24 Hours of Le Mans winner Gijs van Lennep, George Russell needs to be humbled. The Dutchman believes that the Mercedes driver will struggle in F1 and should face consequences for his behavior. Van Lennep expressed his views on a Ziggo Sport program regarding the issue of drivers using offensive language and the FIA’s response. He criticized Russell, calling him a “crook” and suggesting that he needs to be reprimanded. The tension between Russell and Max Verstappen escalated during the penultimate round of the 2024 F1 season, sparking a public dispute involving team principals Toto Wolff and Christian Horner. Van Lennep echoed Verstappen’s sentiments, highlighting Russell’s perceived dual nature and calling for him to face repercussions.
