Russell admits absence of rivalry because he cannot match Antonelli
The Mercedes pair have not clashed in races as many previous championship rivals have done, which often resulted in a breakdown in personal relations.
George Russell, the Mercedes driver, has conceded that his relationship with teammate and championship rival Kimi Antonelli has remained strong, despite the 123-point gap between them in the drivers' title race. Russell, 28, explained that their friendship hasn't been strained because Antonelli, 20, has outperformed him on track, leading to no on-track rivalries or personal conflicts.
Antonelli is favored to become Formula One's youngest champion and first Italian since 1953 if he finishes ninth or better in the upcoming Mexico City Grand Prix. Russell, currently one point ahead of Hamilton, said it wouldn't matter to him to finish second to Antonelli, as winning the most races remains his ultimate goal.
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