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George Russell will be stepping up to a new role with the Mercedes F1 team in 2025.
George Russell has been putting in “absolutely brutal” training ahead of his promotion to team leader at Mercedes F1 in 2025, following three seasons as Lewis Hamilton’s teammate. The senior driver role at Mercedes opened up for Russell with Kimi Antonelli taking over from Hamilton at Ferrari. Russell returned to training early and underwent intense workout sessions to prepare for his new position. Starting his physical preparation on January 2nd with trainer Aleix, Russell emphasized the importance of building up gradually to avoid injuries. He believes that exercise is crucial not just for his physical condition but also for his mental well-being, making him feel good and promoting a healthy mindset. Russell’s dedication to his training reflects his commitment to performing at the highest level in his new role as team leader at Mercedes.
