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Russell: GPDA role 'opened my eyes' to things outside the cockpit
George Russel says his role this year as a director of the Grand Prix Drivers Association is one he has enjoyed as it has opened his eyes to its impact on the wider world of motorsport. Russell was nominated a director of the GPDA ahead of the 2021 season following the departure from the sport of Romain Grosjean. The Mercedes driver officiates alongside fellow director Sebastian Vettel and GPDA chairman Alex Wurz. The venerable association was originally founded in 1961 and played an important part in improving safety measures in Grand Prix racing, mainly through the efforts of three-time world champion Sir Jackie Stewart. In its modern guise, the GPDA represents the interests of all F1...
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