George Russell sets fastest time in Austria final practice
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 27, 2026, 11:56 AM
Last updated Jun 27, 2026

George Russell recorded the fastest lap time in the final practice session at the Austrian Grand Prix on June 27, 2026. This session was crucial for teams to fine-tune their setups ahead of the qualifying rounds. Russell’s performance suggests strong competitiveness for the upcoming race. Teams now prepare for qualifying later today, where grid positions will be determined for the race.
- •George Russell leads the final practice at the Austrian Grand Prix
- •Session took place on June 27, 2026
- •Strong showing indicates potential for upcoming qualifying
- •Mercedes looks to solidify their performance at the event
- 12:36 PMESPN F1 — Russell fastest in Austria final practice
- 11:45 AMYahoo Sports — F1 Austrian GP: George Russell leads Mercedes 1-2 in hot FP3
"Mercedes has done little to shrug off its favourite status at Formula 1's Austrian Grand Prix as Russell topped third free practice on Saturday
"Mercedes' George Russell set the pace in the last moments of the final practice session at the Austrian Grand Prix.
Sources
External links- ESPN F1Jun 27, 2026, 12:36 PMRussell fastest in Austria final practice
Mercedes' George Russell set the pace in the last moments of the final practice session at the Austrian Grand Prix.
- Yahoo SportsJun 27, 2026, 11:45 AMF1 Austrian GP: George Russell leads Mercedes 1-2 in hot FP3
Mercedes has done little to shrug off its favourite status at Formula 1's Austrian Grand Prix as Russell topped third free practice on Saturday
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