George Russell showcases new driving style, starts second half of F1 season strong
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 4:11 PM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026
George Russell began the second half of the Formula 1 season with a sprint race win and a second-place qualifying finish at Zandvoort. Russell adopted a new driving style inspired by both teammate Kimi Antonelli's success and techniques from golf. He noted feeling relaxed and focused on enjoying the racing experience, rather than placing pressure on himself. Mercedes continues to show stability with their car design, while competitors like McLaren and Ferrari have been implementing rapid updates. Russell's recent engagement has also contributed to his positive mindset.
- •Russell won a sprint race and qualified second in Zandvoort.
- •He credits his relaxed mindset to a successful mid-season break.
- •Mercedes has maintained a stable car design amid fewer updates.
- •Russell incorporates learning from golf to improve his driving.
- •He acknowledges Antonelli's influence on his new style.
- 4:11 PMYahoo Sports — George Russell reveals a new 'swing' and style to rediscover pace in F1
"George Russell is back at the front of Formula 1 with a new driving style and nothing to lose. Russell started the second half of the season with a sprint race win and second place in qualifying on Saturday. In nearly a month since the last race in Hungary, Russell got engaged — he joked Friday that he's faster for no longer carrying the ring around — and he took inspiration not just from Antonelli, who he said was doing an “amazing job” with the 2026 car and tires, but from the world of golf.
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