George Russell celebrates second win at 2026 Austrian GP
Formula1.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 3:40 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
MotorsportsGeorge Russell secured his second victory of the season at the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix held at the Red Bull Ring on June 29. The race concluded with Russell finishing just seconds ahead of Kimi Antonelli and Max Verstappen, who completed the podium. The weekend also featured a legends parade honoring Niki Lauda, a driver dinner hosted by Stefano Domenicali, and interactions between drivers and fans, including a memorable moment with a bungee-jumping fan. Russell's win has reduced Antonelli's championship lead to 40 points, adding excitement to the ongoing title race.
- •Russell wins at Red Bull Ring, closing championship gap to Antonelli.
- •Antonelli finishes third, maintaining contention for the title.
- •Legends parade highlights race weekend with iconic cars and drivers.
- •Driver dinner allows for team bonding amid busy schedule.
- •Fan interactions bring unique moments to the Grand Prix.
"See beyond the action from the 2026 Austrian Grand Prix in Spielberg, with plenty of other F1 moments including a legends parade, Domenicali's driver dinner, and more.
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