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Russell reveals father’s harsh lessons that shaped his F1 journey
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15/08/2025 at 16:1115/08/2025 at 14:14 In the ultra-competitive world of Formula 1, where confidence and precision define success, Mercedes driver George Russell has opened up about the unconventional methods his father employed to shape him during his formative years in karting. The 27-year-old Briton, now a four-time Grand Prix winner and a cornerstone of the Mercedes team, revealed that his father deliberately mistimed his lap times during practice sessions to keep him grounded, fostering a lingering sense of inadequacy that both challenged and molded the young driver. Russell’s karting days were defined by a whirlwind of victories and a father who demanded...
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