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Williams: Russell ranks alongside Hill, Rosberg and Mansell
Williams boss Claire Williams has offered some high praise for driver George Russell, suggesting he ranks alongside former world champions in terms of quality. Now in his second year of Formula 1 with Williams, Russell has established himself as one of the hottest prospects in the sport, particularly with his back-to-back P12s in qualifying for the Styrian and Hungarian Grand Prix, despite a car that continues to lack significant pace. Appearing on the F1 Nation podcast, Williams was effusive in her praise when asked if the 22-year-old belonged 'in the same bracket' as drivers such as Damon Hill, Nico Rosberg and Nigel Mansell, all of whom passed through the team, and all of whom won...
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