Damon Hill argued that Mercedes should direct their focus towards George Russell instead of his teammate for the next season. The former F1 world champion emphasized the need for Mercedes to prioritize the search for a replacement for Lewis Hamilton and provide more support to Russell. It is believed that Russell is the future leader of the team.
Hill highlighted Russell’s dedication to improving his performance in every race and predicted that he will establish himself as the main driver for Mercedes when Hamilton moves to Ferrari next year. However, Mercedes seems to be more focused on Russell’s teammate for the next season, rather than Russell himself.
Hill recommended that Mercedes offer more support to Russell and build his confidence to help him succeed in future races. This support would motivate Russell to perform better and contribute to the team’s success in the constructors’ championship.
In a remarkable achievement, Mercedes secured pole position for the first time since last year’s race, thanks to Russell’s impressive lap in Canada. Hill argued that Russell should not feel the need to overexert himself to prove his racing skills. Instead, he should take things easy and remain relaxed.
Hill acknowledged Russell’s speed, skill, and intelligence in races, stating that he is capable of performing at his best. However, Mercedes should provide him with more comfort and support to increase his confidence and create a more relaxed environment.
Overall, Hill wishes for young talents like George Russell to thrive in the sport by receiving proper support from their teams. Mercedes fans were delighted with the team’s performance in the Canadian GP, which resulted in a total of twenty-eight points earned by Russell and Hamilton.
