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George Russell Reveals a New 'Swing' and Style to Rediscover Pace in F1
Russell said he borrowed ideas from Kimi Antonelli and golf, then won the sprint race and qualified second for Mercedes.
- On Saturday, Aug. 22, 2026, Mercedes driver George Russell won the sprint race at the Formula One Dutch Grand Prix in Zandvoort, Netherlands, marking his return to the front of the grid.
- During the midseason break, Russell learned from teammate Kimi Antonelli's techniques and drew inspiration from golf, adopting a long-term approach rather than fixating on immediate results.
- Russell said, "I don't even really feel in a fight," adopting a relaxed mindset focused on gaining rather than defending. He aims to build a "toolbox of experience" for future seasons.
- While McLaren and Ferrari pursued rapid upgrade packages, Mercedes maintained performance through stable car design, unchanged since the Canadian Grand Prix in May.
- Russell noted he is "really, really proud" of the experience he is building, viewing the midseason break as foundational for becoming stronger in years to come.
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George Russell reveals a new 'swing' and style to rediscover pace in F1
George Russell is back at the front of Formula 1 with a new driving style and nothing to lose. Russell started the second half of the season with a sprint race win and second place in qualifying on Saturday.
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