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Where did it go wrong for Russell – and can he regroup for 2027?

F1 TV lead commentator Alex Jacques dissects a season in which Russell has been comprehensively beaten to the title by a less experienced team mate – and looks at what he must do now before next year's campaign.

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Published: Wednesday, 4 November 2026 at 5:04 PM

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The article analyzes where George Russell's championship campaign faltered and how he can regroup for 2027.
Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli secured the World Championship title at the Mexico City Grand Prix.
Russell observed Antonelli's post-race title celebrations at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez podium.

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Mercedes driver George Russell witnessed teammate Kimi Antonelli celebrate winning the Formula 1 World Championship at the Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez in Mexico City. The article reflects on Russell's missed championship opportunity as celebrations unfolded around Antonelli's car.

Russell watched the post-race podium ceremony from the stadium section shortly after the chequered flag fell. The piece examines Russell's setback against his teammate and considers how he might regroup for the 2027 season.

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Where did it go wrong for Russell – and can he regroup for 2027?

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