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George Russell Blames Himself for Missing Pole Amid Dramatic Hungarian Grand Prix Qualifying Shift

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
August 3, 2025
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George Russell Blames Himself for Missing Pole Amid Dramatic Hungarian Grand Prix Qualifying Shift

Formula One F1 - Hungarian Grand Prix - Hungaroring, Budapest, Hungary - August 2, 2025 Mercedes' George Russell during qualifying Pool via REUTERS/Anna Szilagyi

British driver George Russell is left pointing the finger at himself after a thrilling qualifying session at the Hungarian Grand Prix. Despite a significant change in the wind direction during the qualifying rounds, Russell believes he missed out on grabbing the pole position solely due to his own misjudgment.

Russell, driving for Mercedes, secured a commendable fourth position on the grid, which is impressive considering the team’s recent struggles. However, the talented driver is convinced that he should have clinched the pole position. The unexpected shift in the wind from Q2 to Q3 posed a challenge for all drivers in the top-10 shootout, except for Charles Leclerc from Ferrari, who seized the pole position by improving his lap time.

Reflecting on his performance, Russell expressed disappointment in himself for losing three-tenths of a second when the wind caught him off guard at Turn 14. He admitted that he failed to react adequately to the changing conditions, ultimately finishing just 0.053 seconds behind Leclerc.

In a post-qualifying interview, Russell acknowledged the messy nature of the session and recognized that he could have done better. Despite the near-miss with pole position, Russell remains grounded, emphasizing the unpredictable challenges faced throughout the weekend.

Critiquing his own actions, Russell highlighted his failure to adapt to the gusty winds and the subsequent loss of downforce in Turn 14. He took full responsibility for not responding effectively to the evolving conditions, which he believes cost him the pole position.

As drivers analyzed their performances, Russell’s self-criticism stood out, showcasing his determination to learn from the missed opportunity. The intense competition and demanding track conditions pushed all drivers to their limits, resulting in a thrilling qualifying session that set the stage for an exciting race day at the Hungarian Grand Prix.

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