The feud between George Russell and four-time reigning Formula 1 champion Max Verstappen could continue at the Canadian Grand Prix after the two locked up the front row in qualifying.

George Russell shared his thoughts on his first win of the season, which came at the end of an incredibly tight Canadian Grand Prix at the front of the field. At the end of a chaotic Grand Prix that featured a dramatic collision between the two McLarens and resulted in Lando Norris’ retirement,

The Canadian Grand Prix qualifying session had George Russell as the standout performer. During a dramatic finish, he secured the pole position. Oscar Piastri and Max Verstappen were the main threats to the British driver.

George Russell is the pole sitter for the Canadian Grand Prix for the second consecutive year, and just as in 2024, alongside him on the front row is Max Verstappen. Last year, these two set identical times of 1'12"000 with the Mercedes driver claiming the top spot by virtue of being first across the line,

George Russell has been gaining attention in the paddock, and Mercedes has yet to extend his F1 contract beyond 2025.

(Reuters) -Mercedes Formula One boss Toto Wolff has dismissed Red Bull's failed protest of George Russell's Canadian Grand Prix win as petty and embarrassing. Stewards threw out the protest some five and a half hours after the chequered flag came down on the race in Montreal on Sunday.