Williams team principal Jost Capito says George Russell has “all the characteristics necessary to achieve the greatest success” in Formula 1 after his long-expected move to Mercedes was confirmed today. Russell has driven for Williams for his entire F1 career so far, and is currently in his third year with the team ahead of his step up to Mercedes in 2022. After having seen the 2018 Formula 2 champion pull out multiple standout performances in qualifying – the most recent of which led to a career-first podium at rain-affected Spa – Capito is sure of Russell’s potential. “Over the past three years, it’s been clear to every member of staff here at Williams just how dedicated,...
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