George Russell implements Kimi Antonelli's driving style at Dutch GP
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:12 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

At the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix held at Zandvoort, George Russell utilized elements of Kimi Antonelli's driving style, leading to improved performance. Russell finished second on the starting grid for Sunday's main event after placing first in the sprint. He noted the effectiveness of Antonelli's approach with the 2026 Mercedes car, stating it aligns well with its tires. Russell expressed pride in adapting his technique, comparing it to a changing golf swing. He remains focused on maintaining the confidence needed to extract maximum performance from the car.
- •Russell tested Antonelli's driving style adjustments over the summer break.
- •Russell secured first in the Dutch GP Sprint and second on the grid for the main race.
- •Antonelli qualified third, just behind Russell.
- •Russell emphasized confidence as key to his improved performance.
- •He compared adapting his driving style to changing a golf swing.
- 5:12 PMYahoo Sports — George Russell Says Kimi Antonelli Forced a Big Mercedes Driving-Style Change at Dutch GP
"George Russell spent the summer break trying to borrow a little speed from the teenager who had been beating him. At Zandvoort, the 28-year-old Mercedes driver finally felt the experiment beginning to pay off. At Zandvoort, Russell claimed the win…
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