
Russell Concedes Antonelli Is 'At a Higher Level' Before Title Showdown in Mexico City
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George Russell has publicly conceded that Antonelli has been 'at a higher level' all season and gave up his Friday practice seat to reserve driver Frederik Vesti. Russell is working with a sports psychologist and targeting the 2027 title. Franco Colapinto praised Antonelli's growth. Max Verstappen praised Antonelli and also sat out Friday's first practice session. Ferrari holds a potential turbo advantage in Mexico's thin air. The race is Nov. 1 at 14:00 local time.
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