Russell: Victory in Singapore boosts him in the fight for the world title

George Russell: Ready for the World Championship Fight

Following an impressive victory at the Singapore Grand Prix on Sunday, Mercedes driver George Russell has expressed his confidence in being ready to compete for the world title.

This victory represents Russell’s fifth in his career and the second in the current season, following his triumph at the Canadian Grand Prix in June. The event took place on a circuit where Russell suffered an accident two years ago, losing the opportunity to win in the final laps. Russell considers his measured performance on Sunday as proof of his evolution as a driver.

I am a very different driver today than I was a couple of years ago, and I feel more complete, more confident. I know exactly what I need to do in certain circumstances.

George Russell

Russell added that, although he felt nervous before the race, he did not experience additional pressure. For him, it was simply another race where he knew he had the opportunity to win and felt comfortable with it. Since joining Mercedes in 2022, Russell hasn’t had a car capable of fighting for championships. In three seasons as Lewis Hamilton’s teammate, he was only two points behind the seven-time champion and currently leads his rookie teammate Kimi Antonelli by 149 points after 18 races.

Russell believes he has matured as a driver in the last two years and would make the most of a car that would allow him to achieve consistent victories throughout a season.

I think it comes with experience, just knowing how to maximize each situation. I was probably driving a bit more tense a couple of years ago and probably forcing things in circumstances where I shouldn’t have.

George Russell

The Mercedes driver feels more relaxed and prepared to face any challenge on the track.