George Russell concedes he is “not in the fight” for the Drivers’ Championship and he is now focused on “trying to help the team” win the constructors’ title.
Toto Wolff reveals George Russell’s car had a “bug in the electrical system”, and adds “with equal cars, it’s going to be close” between him and Kimi Antonelli.
Here is the transcript of the post 2026 Japanese Grand Prix Qualifying parc fermé interviews and press conference with Kimi Antonelli and George Russell.
After Kimi Antonelli’s first race win, Toto Wolff says Mercedes has “a car that is capable of winning” and both of their drivers “have equal opportunity” to fight for the title.