George Russell - Formula 1 Driver
Age: 27
Country: United Kingdom Occupations:
Formula 1 Driver
Domains:
Formula 1
George Russell is a British Formula 1 driver currently competing for Mercedes-AMG Petronas. Known for his technical precision and exceptional qualifying speed, he has established himself as one of the leading talents of his generation.
Career Overview
Early Success: Russell had a stellar junior career, winning the GP3 (2017) and Formula 2 (2018) championships in back-to-back rookie seasons.
Williams (2019–2021): He debuted with Williams, where he earned the nickname "Mr. Saturday" for consistently putting uncompetitive cars into higher qualifying positions than expected. His first podium came at the 2021 Belgian Grand Prix.
Mercedes (2022–Present): Russell joined Mercedes in 2022, partnering with Lewis Hamilton. In his first year, he secured his maiden pole position in Hungary and his first Grand Prix victory in São Paulo, Brazil.
Key Stats & Achievements
Race Wins: 5 (including victories in Brazil, Austria, Las Vegas, Canada, and Singapore).
Pole Positions: 7.
Podiums: 24.
Career Points: Over 1,000.
Role: Following Hamilton's departure for Ferrari at the end of 2024, Russell stepped into the role of Mercedes' senior driver for the 2025 season.
Off-Track
Beyond driving, Russell serves as a Director of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA), representing the interests of his fellow racers on safety and sporting matters. He is highly regarded for his articulate nature and professional approach to the sport.