Wolff Disagrees with Marko on Russell
Mercedes boss Toto Wolff has rejected Helmut Marko's comments about George Russell's chances of becoming future world champion. Wolff argued that the British driver has the ability and that the problem is largely due to the car's characteristics.
Mercedes team principal Toto Wolff did not agree with former Red Bull adviser Helmut Marko's assessment of George Russell. Marko had suggested that the British driver's chances of becoming world champion in the future were low after teammate Kimi Antonelli outperformed Russell this season.
Antonelli came close to becoming the youngest world champion in history by winning the United States Grand Prix. The 20-year-old Italian driver will secure the title with four races still to go if he finishes ninth at the Mexican Grand Prix.
Marko said the situation had become difficult for Russell, even though he started the season as a championship favourite. In his view, Russell is no longer the team's first driver and may have no remaining chance at the world title.
Speaking after the race, Wolff said he respects Marko but believes he is wrong on this point. Wolff stated that Russell has all the qualities required and that he does not suit the style of the car.
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