George Russell has been immensely impressive for Williams this season. The 23-year-old drove to the extreme in a non-competitive car and qualified for Q2 in almost every race this season, with the exception of the Hungarian GP.
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In addition, the young Briton finally ended his point drought for the Wantage team on the Hungaroring. Russell finished P9 just ahead of Max Verstappen. However, he later inherited eighth place after Vettel’s disqualification. And bagged four crucial points for Williams.
Given George Russell’s outstanding performance this season, Williams team principal Jost Capito believes the Briton will become Formula 1 world champion in the near future.
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What did Jost Capito say?
As quoted by GP fans, when asked whether he believed George Russell had what it takes to be a world champion, Jost Capito replied: “Yes. I absolutely believe that. “
“But it’s difficult to compare the different drivers over the different decades. They were all very different, but George shows everything a modern racing driver needs to get to the very top and I am convinced that he will become world champion. I don’t doubt that for a second. “
Formula One F1 – Great Britain Grand Prix – Silverstone Circuit, Silverstone, UK – July 15, 2021. Williams’ George Russell during a promotional photo shoot for the unveiling of the new 2022 F1 car REUTERS / Andrew Couldridge.
“When I walked in I knew he was good, of course, but he impressed me in a number of areas. It’s not just his talent, it’s his professionalism, the way he works, that he can switch off from time to time and do something else and then concentrate fully on racing again, ”added the Williams team boss.
George Russell is likely to stay with Williams if Mercedes extends Bottas’ contract: Capito
George Russell and his likely move to Silver Arrows next season have been speculated for months. The 23-year-old is rumored to be replacing Valtteri Bottas at Mercedes to team up with seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton.
Meanwhile, Jost Capito has confirmed that George Russell will stay with the Wantage team when Mercedes renews Valtteri Bottas’ contract for the next season.
“It’s not even worth thinking about for us, because that’s a Mercedes decision. If you take it, take it. If not, he’ll stay, ”said Jost Capito.
BAHRAIN, BAHRAIN – Great Britain’s George Russell and Mercedes GP prepare to start the grid ahead of the Sakhir F1 Grand Prix at the Bahrain International Circuit in Bahrain, Bahrain. (Photo by Peter Fox / Getty Images)
“At the moment he would like to stay if he doesn’t get the Mercedes call because he likes the team. He sees how it goes on. If he doesn’t go to Mercedes, we will of course be happy to keep him. “
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“But there is nothing we can do now. We just focus on the season, race by race and go from there, ”added Capito.
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