Mercedes chief says Russell is ‘staring down the barrel’ at Antonelli’s pace

James Allison has praised George Russell‘s honesty about where he needs to improve, while insisting the British driver is ‘looking straight down the barrel’ at the raw pace shown by Kimi Antonelli this season.

The Italian claimed the 2026 Formula 1 championship, while pre-season favourite Russell has seen his campaign plagued with mechanical setbacks, driving mistakes and an overall lack of pace compared to his teammate.

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Speaking on the Nu Silver Arrows Radio Show, Allison highlighted Russell’s willingness to examine his own performances as he now focuses on turning the tide at Mercedes next season.

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