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Jacques Villeneuve explains why George Russell has Mercedes edge over Kimi Antonelli in Barcelona
Motorsport.comJune 13, 2026
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1997 Formula 1 champion Jacques Villeneuve believes George Russell's "smoother" driving style gives him an upper hand over his Mercedes team-mate Kimi Antonelli at the Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. As the grid prepares for the seventh round of the 2026 season, the intra-team dynamic at Mercedes continues to be under scrutiny from fans and the media. While Russell was a clear favourite ...