“I believe in myself” – George Russell hints at Mercedes move in 2022 as he targets world championship

“I believe in myself” – Williams driver George Russell hints at a Mercedes move in 2022 as looks to win a deserved world championship.

George Russell almost won a race last season, and is a shoo-in for the world title once he switches to Mercedes, whenever it might be. He is proud of that Sakhir Circuit stint, and his capability to perform under pressure.

“That opportunity I had last year showed that when the pressure is on, when I am thrown into the deep end, I was able to do a pretty solid job. I got a small taste of being at the front. I believe in myself. I believe I’m capable.”

“I don’t believe I’m the finished product yet. I believe I’ve still got to improve but I think I’m definitely capable of winning races and fighting for World Championships.

Back at it, for real this time! Let’s go. 👊 pic.twitter.com/2tlPMUx9TD

— George Russell (@GeorgeRussell63) March 25, 2021

George Russell keen to move to Mercedes

The Brit is clearly intent on making the move up to Mercedes, and potentially winning a world title with them. As things stand, Lewis Hamilton and Valtteri Bottas both have one-season contracts, making it a possibility that Russell might replace one of the two come next season.

“Ultimately I need to find myself in a car and a team that I think will give me the best opportunity in doing that because I need to be in that position now to start capitalizing when I get into my prime.”

“They’re (Williams) realistic. They know my ambitions and they want more than anything to be able to provide me with a car that is capable of winning races and they gave me my opportunity, I’m a loyal guy, I’ve had a fantastic time with them, equally I don’t believe I’m a driver who is deserving of finishing 20th in the championship.”

Read more: “2022 would be the right time for a change” – Will George Russell replace Lewis Hamilton or Valtteri Bottas at Mercedes?

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Subham Jindal

A Red - be it Manchester United or Ferrari. Hails from the hills of Kalimpong, Darjeeling. Aspiring to become a respected Sports Management professional.

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