George Russell and Max Verstappen are the latest Formula 1 drivers to engage in a fierce war of words - and it feels like battle lines have been drawn for a rivalry that’s set to run and run. So what caused Russell to call out Verstappen so publicly,

George Russell has spoken out against the governing body of world motorsport, the FIA, over the swearing ban imposed on Formula 1 drivers.

Mercedes George Russell believes that the 2025 Formula 1 season could draw similarities to the thrilling 2021 season. 2021 was arguably one of the greatest seasons the competition has ever seen, with the titanic title battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton going down in history.

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Max Verstappen’s reluctance to attend the Red Bull F175 launch heightened when confronted by comedian Jack Whitehall’s jokes about his tension with George Russell. Despite their ongoing rivalry, Verstappen is focused on his pursuit of a fifth consecutive world title,

Verstappen and Russell provided the late-season antagonism in the F1 2024 championship when they verbally clashed after qualifying at the Qatar Grand Prix. Max Verstappen ally: Or

George Russell set the pace on the third and final day of F1 2025 testing at the Bahrain International Circuit. It looked like reigning four-time World Champion Max Verstappen was going to end Day 3 on top,