George Russell aims for strong finish to 2026 F1 season in tight race
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 1:46 PM
Last updated Nov 9, 2026
As the 2026 Formula 1 season approaches its final three races, George Russell is facing a significant challenge in the battle for the runner-up spot in the drivers' championship. After a difficult stretch where he lost 90 points to Max Verstappen, who currently holds 279 points, Russell has 262 points. The competition remains tight, with Lewis Hamilton and others also in contention. Mercedes is reportedly considering strategies to bolster Russell's performance in the final grand prix events, assuming the Qatar and Abu Dhabi races go ahead.
- •Five drivers are competing for the runner-up spot in the championship.
- •Max Verstappen leads with 279 points, followed by Russell at 262 points.
- •Mercedes may increase support for Russell in upcoming races.
- •Three races remain in the 2026 season, pending Qatar and Abu Dhabi events.
- 1:46 PMMotorsport.com — George Russell loses 90 points to Max Verstappen in five GPs in F1 2026 runner-up battle
- 1:46 PMYahoo Sports — George Russell loses 90 points to Max Verstappen in five GPs in F1 2026 runner-up battle
"Mercedes is considering giving George Russell “all the force” to secure a 1-2 in the drivers’ championship after a nightmare run of form. Three rounds remain in the 2026 season - assuming the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix proceed as planned - with no fewer than five drivers in contention for the runner-up spot: Max Verstappen (279 points), Russell (262), Lewis Hamilton (261), Charles ...Keep reading
"Russell is losing out to Verstappen in the race to be vice-champion, with up to three rounds remaining
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External links- Motorsport.comNov 9, 2026, 1:46 PMGeorge Russell loses 90 points to Max Verstappen in five GPs in F1 2026 runner-up battle
Mercedes is considering giving George Russell “all the force” to secure a 1-2 in the drivers’ championship after a nightmare run of form. Three rounds remain in the 2026 season - assuming the Qatar and Abu Dhabi grands prix proceed as planned - with no fewer than five drivers in contention for the runner-up spot: Max Verstappen (279 points), Russell (262), Lewis Hamilton (261), Charles ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsNov 9, 2026, 1:46 PMGeorge Russell loses 90 points to Max Verstappen in five GPs in F1 2026 runner-up battle
Russell is losing out to Verstappen in the race to be vice-champion, with up to three rounds remaining
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