George Russell has described himself as “more relaxed” after the 2026 Formula 1 summer break, refocusing on a narrowing title fight against Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli. Antonelli currently leads the championship with 12 rounds completed, holding a 56-point advantage over third-placed Russell.
Ferrari’s Lewis Hamilton sits second in the standings, just 53 points behind Antonelli after 11 races. With 12 rounds remaining, Russell’s path to the title now hinges on consistent podium finishes and Antonelli’s potential missteps.
Russell’s comments suggest renewed confidence despite the deficit, framing the summer break as an opportunity to reset mentally ahead of the Dutch Grand Prix this weekend.
