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Why Russell dodged Bellagio fountain celebration splash
©Mercedes Phillip van Osten
25/11/2024 at 10:0625/11/2024 at 10:43 George Russell has revealed why his Saturday night in Las Vegas ended in triumph, but not in splashes. The Mercedes driver dominated the Grand Prix under the neon lights, taking his second victory of the season with panache. And yet, one thing was missing: a victory dive into the iconic fountains of the Bellagio. Despite his heroic performance, Russell decided against the splashy celebration, citing health concerns and the fear of catching a Saturday night fever. “No, I really wanted to do it!” Russell confessed, half-lamenting and half-shivering. "But I was so cold after the race I thought I would get super ill....
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