Former Formula 1 world champion Jacques Villeneuve has admitted that he was left surprised by George Russell’s lack of pace this season. George Russell ended up with just two podiums to his name and finished 59 points behind Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton. Speaking to PlanetF1, Villeneuve was reflecting on the British driver’s most recent Formula 1 campaign. After waiting in the wings at Williams for three seasons, George Russell finally got his chance with Mercedes when Valtteri Bottas moved on in 2022. His first year with the Silver Arrows was brilliant, leading to him winning his first – …
