Canada winner Russell 'driving better than ever'
Summary
George Russell won his first race of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the Canadian Grand Prix, leading from the start. He is now fourth in the drivers' championship, behind Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen. Red Bull's protest about Russell's driving behind the safety car was rejected. Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli also secured his first podium finish in Formula 1.Key Facts
- George Russell won the Canadian Grand Prix, his first victory of the 2025 season.
- Russell started the race on pole position and maintained his lead throughout.
- Red Bull filed a protest against Russell's driving behind the safety car, but it was rejected.
- Russell is currently fourth in the drivers' championship standings.
- Mercedes driver Kimi Antonelli, an 18-year-old rookie, finished third, marking his first podium.
- Antonelli is the third-youngest driver in history to achieve a podium finish in Formula 1.
- Mercedes is working on a new contract with Russell, whose current deal ends this season.
- The next race is scheduled at the Red Bull Ring in Austria from June 27-29.
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