George Russell finishes P4 at Silverstone Sprint, seeks better performance

George Russell finished P4 in the Sprint at the British Grand Prix on July 4, 2026, improving one position from his starting grid. Russell initially achieved P3 after overtaking two McLarens early in the race but later lost that spot to Lando Norris and Red Bull's Max Verstappen. Despite reclaiming P4, he expressed disappointment, believing he could have secured P3. Mercedes Deputy Team Principal Bradley Lord remarked positively on Russell's ability to regain positions and suggested good pace for the upcoming qualifying session.