George Russell compares adjustment to Mercedes car to golfer's swing change

Ahead of the Belgian Grand Prix, George Russell discussed the difficulties he has faced in maximizing his performance with Mercedes' 2026 car. He described his experience as akin to 'a golfer changing his swing', as he continues to adapt his driving style to better suit the vehicle's requirements. Russell, who has secured a recent victory at the Austrian Grand Prix, has reduced teammate Kimi Antonelli's points lead to 25. However, he acknowledged that Ferrari, led by Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc, presents a growing challenge with their recent improvements. Russell aims to close the gap further before the summer break.