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Russell turned to psychologist to tackle Hamilton at Mercedes
© XPB Phillip van Osten
21/08/2025 at 13:4321/08/2025 at 11:44 George Russell has admitted he turned to a psychologist for guidance before making the biggest leap of his Formula 1 career: joining Mercedes and becoming team-mates with seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton in 2022. Russell’s transition from Williams, where he had served his apprenticeship, to Mercedes was a defining moment for the young driver. However, stepping into the Brackley-based team meant facing the formidable challenge of racing alongside a driver with an unmatched legacy. Now established as a Grand Prix winner and Mercedes’ clear team leader following Hamilton’s move to Ferrari, Russell has...
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