George Russell discusses relationship with Toto Wolff during F1 season
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 8:45 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026

George Russell spoke about his bond with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff following his 100th grand prix start. Russell, who joined the Mercedes Junior Team in 2017, reflected on a 12-year journey that has seen him progress from Williams to Mercedes. The discussion underscores the significant mentorship and guidance from Wolff as Russell navigates his career in Formula 1. Russell aims to build on this relationship as he progresses through the current season.
- •Russell marks his 100th grand prix start.
- •He joined Mercedes Junior Team in 2017.
- •Russell has progressed from Williams to Mercedes.
- •Mentorship from Wolff is a key theme in Russell's journey.
- •The discussion highlights team dynamics in Formula 1.
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- 8:45 AMYahoo Sports — George Russell opens up on close Toto Wolff bond amid Mercedes F1 title fight
"George Russell has opened up about his relationship with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, reflecting on a 12-year journey that recently culminated in his 100th grand prix start for the Brackley outfit. Russell became a member of the Mercedes Junior Team in 2017 and signed for the Williams Formula 1 team in 2019. He stood in for seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes at the 2020 ...Keep reading
"George Russell has reflected on his close 12-year relationship with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 21, 2026, 8:45 AMGeorge Russell opens up on close Toto Wolff bond amid Mercedes F1 title fight
George Russell has opened up about his relationship with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff, reflecting on a 12-year journey that recently culminated in his 100th grand prix start for the Brackley outfit. Russell became a member of the Mercedes Junior Team in 2017 and signed for the Williams Formula 1 team in 2019. He stood in for seven-time champion Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes at the 2020 ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 21, 2026, 8:45 AMGeorge Russell opens up on close Toto Wolff bond amid Mercedes F1 title fight
George Russell has reflected on his close 12-year relationship with Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff
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