| Car Number | #63 |
| Team | Mercedes |
| Nationality | British |
| Born | February 15, 1998 - King's Lynn, England |
| Age | 28 |
2026 Season Stats
Career Stats
Biography
George Russell has established himself as one of the most complete drivers on the Formula 1 grid, and his 2026 campaign with Mercedes is proving that he belongs among the sport's elite. Born on February 15, 1998 in King's Lynn, Norfolk, Russell showed exceptional promise from his earliest karting days, eventually winning the 2017 GP3 Series and the 2018 Formula 2 Championship in consecutive seasons - a feat that marked him as a sure-fire future star.
Russell joined Williams for the 2019 season as part of the Mercedes junior programme, spending three years extracting performances from an uncompetitive car that consistently exceeded expectations. His standout moment came at the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix, when he substituted for Lewis Hamilton at Mercedes and nearly won the race on his first weekend in the car. That performance cemented his reputation as a driver who could deliver under any circumstances and led to his full-time Mercedes promotion for 2022.
Since joining Mercedes, Russell has been a model of consistency. He claimed his maiden victory at the 2022 Brazilian Grand Prix and has continued to add wins and podiums to his tally. Known for his meticulous approach to race preparation, tire management, and qualifying pace, Russell earned the nickname "Mr. Saturday" for his remarkable ability to outperform on Saturdays. His analytical mind and clear communication with engineers have made him a valuable asset to Mercedes' development efforts.
In 2026, Russell finds himself in the unusual position of being the experienced hand alongside teenage sensation Kimi Antonelli. Currently second in the championship with 63 points and a win at the Australian Grand Prix, Russell has shown that he can match his younger teammate's pace while bringing strategic intelligence that only comes with years of experience. The Mercedes pairing has quickly become the benchmark of the new regulation era, and Russell's leadership within the team has been instrumental in their strong start to the season.
Interesting Facts
- Won the GP3 Series (2017) and Formula 2 Championship (2018) in back-to-back seasons
- Earned the nickname "Mr. Saturday" for his exceptional qualifying performances
- Nearly won his first Mercedes substitute appearance at the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix
- Served as a director of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association (GPDA)
- Studied at the same school as fellow British racing drivers - Wisbech Grammar School
- Was the 2014 McLaren Autosport BRDC Award winner, following in the footsteps of past winners like Jenson Button and David Coulthard