George Russell commended the Mercedes team for their exceptional efforts following his third-place qualifying result at the Bahrain International Circuit, marking a promising start to the 2024 season.
Despite facing challenges in previous seasons, Mercedes showcased significant progress with their new W15 car, as evidenced by Russell’s strong qualifying performance. Russell attributed the team’s success to meticulous preparation and collaborative efforts.
While pleased with his starting position, Russell remained pragmatic about the team’s pursuit of Red Bull’s dominance. He emphasized the importance of maintaining competitiveness throughout the race while acknowledging the formidable challenge posed by Max Verstappen.
Russell’s teammate, Lewis Hamilton, faced a tougher qualifying session, finishing ninth. However, Hamilton remained optimistic about their race setup and expressed confidence in their ability to challenge for strong points in the season opener.
Both drivers look forward to the Bahrain Grand Prix, aiming to capitalize on their qualifying performance and deliver a competitive showing against their rivals.
