George Russell names four F1 drivers suited to current car styles

George Russell has identified four drivers whose styles fit the current F1 car regulations, expressing his views during a media session on September 19, 2026. Russell believes that Lando Norris, Lewis Hamilton, Max Verstappen, and Andrea Kimi Antonelli excel in adapting to the new cars. He noted the differences in performance between teammates, specifically citing Norris's superiority over Oscar Piastri and Hamilton's edge over Charles Leclerc. Russell has been actively working on improving his own driving style after the summer break, reporting positive progress in his recent races despite a performance gap with Antonelli. He stated that a limited number of practice sessions makes it challenging to adapt fully. Russell aims to help Mercedes secure the constructors' title as individual championship hopes fade.

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