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Russell: Sim racing is 'definitely not the real thing'

Formula 1 driver George Russell says that while he enjoys the growing competitive nature of esports, it lacks the "fear factor and adrenaline" of the real thing. Russell is using esports to keep himself in the public eye during lockdown, but the Williams driver also sees it as his duty to provide entertainment to suffering Formula 1 fans. Article continues under video "It’s been good fun," Russell told the latest Sky Sports F1 Vodcast. "I think firstly, it’s brought the drivers together a little bit more – the ones who are taking part in this. I’ve enjoyed it. "The streaming side of it is something I’ve never done before and I’ve actually really...
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