George Russell expresses interest in NASCAR following meeting with Ryan Blaney
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 11, 2026, 7:26 PM
Last updated Jun 11, 2026
Mercedes Formula 1 driver George Russell has shared his aspiration to experience NASCAR after meeting 2023 Cup champion Ryan Blaney. The two drivers participated in a video at Ford's Farm in Homestead, Florida, where they engaged in various farm activities, including driving a tractor. Russell's comments underscore a potential crossover interest between Formula 1 and stock car racing, reflecting a growing trend among drivers. No specific plans have been announced regarding any future NASCAR participation.
- •Russell and Blaney met at Ford's Farm in Homestead, Florida.
- •Activities included picking ylang-ylang flowers and driving a tractor.
- •Russell expressed a desire to try NASCAR racing.
- •No future NASCAR plans have been confirmed.
- 7:26 PMMotorsport.com — George Russell eyes NASCAR run after meeting 2023 Cup champion Ryan Blaney
- 7:26 PMYahoo Sports — George Russell eyes NASCAR run after meeting 2023 Cup champion Ryan Blaney
"Mercedes Formula 1 driver George Russell has revealed that he would love the opportunity to try NASCAR in a video with 2023 Cup champion Ryan Blaney. In a video organised by WhatsApp, the drivers visited Ford's Farm in Homestead, Florida, owned by Michelin-starred chef Jeremy Ford, where they completed farm-related tasks such as picking ylang-ylang flowers, driving a tractor and collecting eggs ...Keep reading
"George Russell has revealed he would love to try NASCAR one day after discussing a potential F1 machinery swap with Ryan Blaney
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External links- Motorsport.comJun 11, 2026, 7:26 PMGeorge Russell eyes NASCAR run after meeting 2023 Cup champion Ryan Blaney
Mercedes Formula 1 driver George Russell has revealed that he would love the opportunity to try NASCAR in a video with 2023 Cup champion Ryan Blaney. In a video organised by WhatsApp, the drivers visited Ford's Farm in Homestead, Florida, owned by Michelin-starred chef Jeremy Ford, where they completed farm-related tasks such as picking ylang-ylang flowers, driving a tractor and collecting eggs ...Keep reading
- Yahoo SportsJun 11, 2026, 7:26 PMGeorge Russell eyes NASCAR run after meeting 2023 Cup champion Ryan Blaney
George Russell has revealed he would love to try NASCAR one day after discussing a potential F1 machinery swap with Ryan Blaney
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