Russell: “Antonelli often saw the grass, I’m happy we both finished the race”

Antonelli boarding The Sprint in Canada was animated by the duel between George Russell and Andrea Kimi Antonelli. The English driver maintained the lead at the start, but after a few laps the world championship leader went on the attack. Antonelli tried an attack on the outside in Turn-1, there was also a contact between the two which sent the Italian driver into a rage who was heavily reprimanded by Toto Wolff via radio. At the end of the race, Russell commented on the success which allowed him to nibble two points away from Antonelli: “On this track it’s difficult to open a gap on those chasing, there was a good battle with Antonelli, I’m happy that we’re both here. Of course, it must be said that Antonelli has often seen the grass”.

Automobile Magazine – F1 English News , 2026-05-24 03:05:00