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Filip Cleeren

George Russell resorted to "abnormal" driving style to win F1 Austrian GP

George Russell says he is still trying to gel with his 2026 Mercedes Formula 1 car and tried an "abnormal" driving style to secure the win at the Austrian Grand Prix.

Russell took pole on Saturday and converted it into his second victory of the season on Sunday as he aims to reel in championship leader Kimi Antonelli. With the Italian finishing third, Russell now heads to his Silverstone home race 40 points behind his team-mate.

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