George Russell’s Shocking Admission: “We Don’t Have the Pace for a Podium Finish!”
In a stunning turn of events at the São Paulo Grand Prix, George Russell faced a harrowing qualifying session that left him grappling with frustration and disappointment. The British driver chose to don medium tires in a desperate bid to find the grip that eluded him throughout the entire session. His struggle was palpable, as he lamented his inability to get the tires into their optimal temperature range, a crucial factor in Formula 1 racing.
Russell didn’t hold back his feelings, stating, “There was absolutely no grip. I’m sure I wasn’t the only one complaining about it. Just look at the results—Max was out in Q1, Lewis in Q2, and Bearman was at the top while his teammate lingered at the bottom. I couldn’t warm the tires up and was constantly sliding around the track.” The driver’s disappointment was evident as he reflected on the bizarre nature of the qualifying session, noting, “It’s a shame, but when I see Max and Lewis struggling, I think it could have been worse for us. We did our best in a tough situation.”
Russell also expressed his admiration for his teammate, Kimi Antonelli, who shone with an impressive performance throughout the weekend. “Kimi did a fantastic job all weekend, and I genuinely commend him for that,” he said, acknowledging the positive amidst a challenging day.
As the race looms, Russell’s outlook remains cautious. He stated, “I hope we can make progress, and I’m confident we can. But let’s not forget Piastri; he’s going to be fast. Charles might be the wildcard. However, realistically, I think we lack the pace this weekend to secure a podium finish.”
With the stakes higher than ever in this electrifying season of Formula 1, all eyes will be on Russell as he hopes to turn around his fortunes on race day. Will he rise above the challenges, or will the São Paulo circuit continue to be a battleground he can’t conquer? Fans around the world are waiting with bated breath.








