Hamilton: ‘Russell has all the qualities to lead Mercedes’

Lewis Hamilton has opened up about George Russell’s achievements in his first half-season with Mercedes – and what the future could hold.

Russell was brought in as Hamilton’s team-mate for this year in place of Valtteri Bottas and despite Mercedes having a less competitive car than in previous seasons, he has completely vindicated the decision.

Consistency has been the hallmark for the 24-year-old Briton, who has finished in the top five in 10 of the first 11 races – with the only blemish being a first-corner exit from his home grand prix due to a collision with Zhou Guanyu.

Although Hamilton shades him on the podium count 4-3, all of those seven being third-placed finishes, Russell still holds a 19-point advantage over his illustrious colleague in the Drivers’ standings.

Source: https://www.planetf1.com/news/lewis-hamilton-george-russell-qualities/