News about George Russell

Shakira and Lewis Hamilton's recent outings have sparked rumors of romance

www.popsugar.co.uk, June 7, 2023
Shakira is reigniting romance rumors once more, this time with Formula One driver Lewis Hamilton. The 46-year-old singer was seen on a boat in Miami with the 38-year-old racing driver, Per TMZ, and the pair reunited in Barcelona over the weekend after Shakira pulled out the Spanish Grand Prix. Shakira and Hamilton celebrated Hamilton's second-place finish earlier in the day on Sunday night. On his Instagram Story, Hamilton's pal Mustafa the Poet posted a snapshot of the group, showing him with his arm wrapped around Shakira's waist.

Verstappen, Hamilton and Co are battling for pole position in Japan Grand Prix qualifying - F1 LIVE: Verstappen, Hamilton, and Co. vie for pole position

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 8, 2022
Despite charges that his Red Bull team broke cost cap laws last year, Max Verstappen is expected to claim pole position on a weekend where he can keep his drivers' title intact. Lewis Hamilton and George Russell, a pair of Charles Leclerc and Mercedes' Lewis Hamilton, will try to deter Verstappen. As the Formula One campaign continues at the Japanese Grand Prix, be sure to visit Sportsmail's live blog for qualifying news.

F1: Six things we learned from the Singapore Grand Prix

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 3, 2022
Sergio Perez won the Singapore Grand Prix for the second time this season as he defeated pole sitter Charles Leclerc to win the second round of the season. It was a thrilling drive from the Mexican, who showed he can be relied on when Max Verstappen has the rare off day. Meanwhile, Lewis Hamilton finished ninth on a day to forget for Mercedes, while George Russell finished outside the top 10 in 14th. But what did we learn from the Singapore Grand Prix and Formula One's return to the Marina Bay circuit for the first time since 2019? Sportsmail has a look at six key topics.

F1 LIVE: Charles Leclerc is on pole, but Max Verstappen is eighth

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 2, 2022
After championship leader Max Verstappen's qualifying session was postponed by a fuel problem, he's expected to start in eighth, Charles Leclerc is on pole for the Singapore Grand Prix. The Dutchman can win his second straight world title here at the Marina Bay Street Circuit, but it will take an unexpected sequence of events for that to happen, including Red Bull teammate Sergio Perez by 13 points, and George Russell, who starts today's contest at the back of the grid for changing the power unit in his car by six points. But can he do it on a tight street circuit under the lights? For all the news as they happen, follow along here with Sportsmail.

George Russell will start Singapore Grand Prix from the back of the grid

www.dailymail.co.uk, October 2, 2022
After his Mercedes required a new engine, George Russell would start from the back of the grid in Sunday's Singapore Grand Prix. On Saturday, the British driver had qualified in 11th position after being disqualified in Q2, but he will now start from the pit lane behind everyone else. Mercedes also updated all components of his W13 E Performance power unit, pushing him further beyond the maximum number of parts allowed for the season.

How Max Verstappen can win his second F1 world title this weekend

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 29, 2022
A look at Formula One's history books shows that few people are able to clinch the world championship with a lot of time left to spare. In his thrilling battle with Lewis Hamilton last season, Andre Verstappen needed every race, hell, every lap. This time around, there will be no such drama, no such scandal, as he has a chance to walk out of Singapore with the title stripped from him with five races remaining. Michael Schumacher made history by 2002 when there were just 17 races compared to the 22 on the calendar. With six races remaining, the legendary German driver wrapped his title up for the season in July. It's a record that hasn't been broken on this day.

Nyck de Vries confirms he's held talks with Red Bull chief Helmut Marko over his F1 future

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 19, 2022
Nyck de Vries has revealed that he held talks with Red Bull CEO Helmut Marko over his future in Formula one. On his first appearance in F1 at the Italian Grand Prix, the Dutch driver earned points for the Williams team after he was forced to miss due to respiratory problems after recovering from surgery. Many are worried that Devries will not be long waiting for a permanent seat in F1 after his promising debut.

Six things we learned from the Italian Grand Prix, including the following

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 12, 2022
Another weekend of Formula One has come and gone, and Max Verstappen was victorious at the Italian Grand Prix once more. After taking a five-place grid penalty, the Dutchman started the race in seventh place, but he quickly won his fifth straight victory. Charles Leclerc tried to pursue him down but a late safety car ended his chances and he had to settle for second, while George Russell made Mercedes secure, securing second place on the podium.

After winning the Italian Grand Prix, Formula One's chiefs defend their decision not to red flag Max Verstappen

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 11, 2022
After Max Verstappen's victory behind the safety car was booed by vociferous Ferrari supporters, Formula One's governing FIA defended its decision not to red flag the climax of Sunday's Italian Grand Prix. Following his fifth victory in succession, Verstappen could now clinch his second world championship at the next round in Singapore on October 3. With only 164 available, his title lead stands at 115 points. While Verstappen had some criticism against him, Ferrari's aggressive two-stop policy did not pay off.

Lewis Hamilton's double overtake is discussed by Max Verstappen and George Russell

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 11, 2022
Despite suffering first-lap injuries from a collision ahead of him, the 37-year-old retired from 19th at the start after a grid penalty to finish fifth. Verstappen and Russell, who came in third, were enjoying the race in the cool-down room, but they couldn't help but focus on a move made by Hamilton, which saw him beat Norris and Gasly at the same time.

At Monza, Max Verstappen triumphs over the safety car to advance to another world championship

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 11, 2022
JONATHAN McEVOY AT MONZA: Max Verstappen ripped into Ferrari dreams in Monza for the first time by winning a turbulent Italian Grand Prix for the first time, defeating Charles Leclerc and relegating a safety car to boos from the grandstands. Verstappen, the world champion, was super-quick, but Ferrari's pit-stop bet that backfired, leading to the victory, his fifth in a row and 11th of the season. Verstappen now leads by 115 points heading to Singapore, where he can win the title if the math favor him greatly).

Lewis Hamilton jokes that at a notoriously difficult Monza, he'll watch Game of Thrones from behind the wheel

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 11, 2022
The seven-time world champion qualified fifth for the championship, but he was kicked to 19th for his fourth power unit of a difficult season for him and his Mercedes team. For the season, each pilot will be limited to three power units. Hamilton joked that owing to likely being trapped in the 'DRS train,' he'd be able to watch Game of Thrones from behind the wheel ahead of Sunday's race.'

According to Red Bull chief Helmut Marko, Max Verstappen might have QUIT F1'sooner than we all agree.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 11, 2022
Max Verstappen may be able to leave Formula One's'sooner than we expected,' Red Bull chief Helmut Marko has said. Last December, the Dutch driver won his first world championship and is targeting for his second title this season, leading Ferrari's Charles Leclerc by 109 points over a 109-point lead. If the 24-year-old go on to achieve the feat again as expected, he will become F1's youngest ever double world champion.

Lewis Hamilton wears a Valentino varsity jacket at the Italian Grand Prix, looking remarkably chic

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 10, 2022
He's gearing up for the Italian Grand Prix on Sunday. Lewis Hamilton was effortlessly chic as he headed to Autodromo Nazionale Monza on Saturday to train for the competition. The Formula One ace, 37, wore a navy varsity jacket from Valentino, which retails for £2,450 from the fashion house.

Carlos Sainz of Ferrari was the fastest time to Max Verstappen in F1's Italian Grand Prix on Friday, putting him ahead of Max Verstappen

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 9, 2022
Carlos Sainz of Ferrari finished ahead of Max Verstappen in qualifying for the Italian Grand Prix, after Formula One observed a one-minute silence in honor of Her Majesty The Queen. Ten minutes before the weekend's action in Monza, the grid's ten teams - six of whom are based in the United Kingdom - gathered in honor of the long-serving monarch who died on Thursday. Lewis Hamilton, the seven-time world champion, was flanked by British colleague George Russell and F1 CEO Stefano Domenicali in the pit lane, both wearing black armbands.

After an engine change, Max Verstappen receives a five-place grid penalty for the Italian Grand Prix

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 9, 2022
The reigning world champion has 109 points on the current standings, and has upgraded a new internal combustion engine ahead of the race in Monza on Sunday. Lewis Hamilton, Sergio Perez, and Carlos Sainz have all been fined for vehicle modifications, with Hamilton and Sainz expected to start from the back of the grid. Verstappen, who has remained to be head and shoulders above everyone else on the grid this year, is unlikely that the penalty will be too much of a problem. He has won four races in a row, starting in Belgium and Hungary's 10th in 2006.

Lewis Hamilton leads Formula One in a minute's silence for Queen Elizabeth II at the Italian GP

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 9, 2022
Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, and Lando Norris, the British drivers, have observed a minute's silence ahead of the Queen's first free practice at the Italian Grand Prix. The race meeting in Monza this weekend will take place as planned following the death of Queen Elizabeth II, age 96, on Thursday, but there was a moment of silence before Friday's first training session at 1 p.m. UK time. There is another grid-based tribute ahead of Sunday's race at 2 p.m., but the exacts are yet to be revealed.

Following her burial, Gary Lineker pays tribute to the Queen

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 8, 2022
Following the Queen's death at the age of 96, Gary Lineker and Harry Kane led the tributes to her. On Thursday evening, Buckingham Palace revealed the news. 'Such a sad day,' lineker tweeted.' Her Majesty The Queen has died. 'A truly remarkable woman who served her country with humour, fortitude, and grace.' A soothing presence in the lives of the majority of us. Your Majesty will rest in peace.'

After an engine penalty, Lewis Hamilton will start the Italian Grand Prix from the back of the grid

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 8, 2022
In Monza, the British driver will be required to carry his fourth power unit of the campaign, one more than is allowed under Formula One's rules. Hamilton's impending suspension effectively ended his chances of winning, a week after he apologised for accusing his team of 'f***** screwing' him after a tactical blunder at the Dutch Grand Prix. Had he been able to complete the 22-race series using three engines before crashing in Spa-Francorchamps with Fernando Alonso a fortnight ago.

In Monza, Lewis Hamilton shows his sense of style in a magenta jacket following a tumultuous outburst

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 8, 2022
Following his public display during the Dutch Grand Prix last weekend, he was branded 'aggressive and insulting.' Lewis Hamilton, on Thursday, continued to suffer from his woes as he walked the paddock at Autodromo Nazionale in Monza, Italy. The racer, 37, was caught on camera in a baggy magenta suit wrapped up in a matching fleece jacket.

Mercedes is considering Daniel Ricciardo as a long-term substitute for Lewis Hamilton, 38, who died in 38 years old

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 7, 2022
EXCLUSIVE: Hamilton has only signed up to the Silver Arrows for the remainder of next season, just weeks shy of his 39th birthday. The seven-time world champion has not revealed when he will retire, but Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff isn't leaving succession planning to chance, which is where Sportsmail knows Ricciardo comes into play. After a drop in form, McLaren has ruled out the Australian, 33, for next season. Mercedes' Plan: One of the many options under consideration is to enlist Ricciardo as a reserve driver for next season and have him set up Hamilton's race seat, if desired, and partner George Russell in 2024.

After McLaren's dismissal, F1's Daniel Ricciardo could swap to Mercedes.'

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 7, 2022
Daniel Ricciardo, the dumped McLaren driver (pictured left), could defer to Mercedes for the 2023 F1 season. When it comes to next year, the 33-year-old is in no hurry to decide his future, claiming he is 'open minded'. Ricciardo was brutally replaced by Australian young gun Oscar Piastri (pictured right) at McLaren, and with Lewis Hamilton (top right) and George Russell, Mercedes' most trusted lead drivers, the Perth born driver would be a reserve option if he signs with the powerhouse.

Ex-Formula One champion Jacques Villeneuve has branded Lewis Hamilton 'aggressive' and 'insulting'

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 5, 2022
During Lewis Hamilton's explicit protest during the Dutch Grand Prix, former Formula One world champion Jacques Villeneuve branded him as "aggressive and insulting." Although Hamilton was in first place, the Brit was outraged at his decision to pit his colleagues George Russell and bring him on a faster track. Max Verstappen, the Red Bull driver, was able to reach Hamilton and eventually overtake him to win the race, thanks to the change.

Hamilton's 'fully understandable rant at his Mercedes team,' Rosberg says

www.dailymail.co.uk, September 5, 2022
Hamilton, who qualified fourth but saw an improved result from his car during the competition, was incredulous at his team after assumptions were made about not pitting cost him a trophy. 'They decided to take the risk with Lewis, left him out to have a chance of winning,' Rosberg said after the race.