Verstappen indicates Russell needs big turnaround to challenge Antonelli
ESPN F1 • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 2, 2026, 11:57 AM
Last updated Oct 2, 2026
Max Verstappen commented on George Russell's chances in the world championship, stating that he requires a significant turnaround to stop Kimi Antonelli from leading. The remarks come ahead of the upcoming Bahrain Grand Prix this weekend. Russell faces a challenging scenario as he seeks to maintain his title aspirations. The championship battle intensifies as the season progresses, highlighting the pressure on all contenders.
- •Max Verstappen stresses the need for a big turnaround from George Russell.
- •Kimi Antonelli currently leads the world championship standings.
- •The Bahrain Grand Prix is scheduled for this weekend.
- •Russell aims to close the gap as the season progresses.
- 12:47 PMESPN F1 — Verstappen: Russell winning title 'not impossible'
"Max Verstappen has told George Russell he requires a "big turnaround" to stop Kimi Antonelli from winning the world championship ahead of this weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix.
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