George Russell aims to end Kimi Antonelli's lead in Barcelona
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 9:49 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
George Russell competes in the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix this weekend, aiming to overcome a series of challenging results. With a victory at the Australian Grand Prix and a win in the Chinese sprint race, Russell has faced difficulties as his teammate, Kimi Antonelli, has increased his lead in the drivers' standings. Former F1 driver David Coulthard has backed Russell for a potential comeback this weekend, suggesting optimism for his performance in Spain. The event is drawing attention as the season continues to unfold.
- •George Russell takes on Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona.
- •Russell has previously won the Australian Grand Prix and a sprint race.
- •Antonelli has extended his lead in the drivers' championship.
- •David Coulthard supports Russell's chances for a comeback.
- •The Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix is underway this weekend.
- 9:49 PMMotorsport.com — George Russell tipped to end Kimi Antonelli's winning run in Barcelona
- 9:49 PMYahoo Sports — George Russell tipped to end Kimi Antonelli's winning run in Barcelona
"The Formula 1 paddock has arrived in Spain for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, and former F1 driver David Coulthard has backed George Russell for a comeback this weekend after a string of bad luck and poor results. While Russell won the season-opening Australian Grand Prix and the Chinese sprint race, he has watched his 19-year-old team-mate Kimi Antonelli extend his lead in the drivers' ...Keep reading
"David Coulthard has backed George Russell to return to winning ways at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 11, 2026, 9:49 PMGeorge Russell tipped to end Kimi Antonelli's winning run in Barcelona
The Formula 1 paddock has arrived in Spain for the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, and former F1 driver David Coulthard has backed George Russell for a comeback this weekend after a string of bad luck and poor results. While Russell won the season-opening Australian Grand Prix and the Chinese sprint race, he has watched his 19-year-old team-mate Kimi Antonelli extend his lead in the drivers' ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 9:49 PMGeorge Russell tipped to end Kimi Antonelli's winning run in Barcelona
David Coulthard has backed George Russell to return to winning ways at the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix
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