Russell Leads the Charge in Austrian GP FP1 Ahead of Verstappen and Piastri
George Russell has kicked off the 2025 Austrian Grand Prix weekend with a strong performance in FP1, finishing ahead of Max Verstappen and Oscar Piastri. The Mercedes driver clocked the fastest time, while Verstappen trailed closely, highlighting a competitive session at the iconic Red Bull Ring.
Our Take:
Russell's top performance is a promising sign for Mercedes, indicating their continued progress in closing the gap to Red Bull. As the season unfolds, the pressure mounts on Verstappen to maintain his dominance, especially with Piastri showing impressive pace, suggesting that this could be a more competitive race weekend than anticipated.
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Source: Jad Mallak