Mercedes's George Russell Takes Pole
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George Russell continued his fine Canadian Grand Prix weekend with a thrilling last-gasp pole position in qualifying at the Circuit Gilles Villeneuve. The Mercedes driver emerged on top in a five-way fight for top spot with a 1:12.
George Russell and Kimi Antonelli clashed on track during Saturday's Canadian Grand Prix Sprint race, before Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff spoke out
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Annoyed Kimi Antonelli demands clarity over robust George Russell defence in Canada F1 sprint
The Mercedes pair clashed in the Canadian GP sprint, which ultimately lost second place for the young Italian
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