Dust-up between Mercedes teammates in Canada Sprint shows that there's a classic title fight brewing
The recent Sprint race at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve highlighted a competitive rivalry between Mercedes teammates George Russell and Kimi Antonelli. Russell secured victory after a tense battle, showcasing the potential for a classic title fight this season. The race also marked the first Sprint event held at this Canadian circuit, which may become a regular feature in the future.
- ▪George Russell won the Sprint race at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve.
- ▪Kimi Antonelli and George Russell are teammates at Mercedes and are currently in a title fight.
- ▪The race featured intense competition between the two drivers, including a controversial moment where Russell forced Antonelli off the track.
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OutKick-Sports Dust-up between Mercedes teammates in Canada Sprint shows that there's a classic title fight brewing Russell won the 23-lap race at Circuit Gilles Villeneuve after locking out the front row with Antonelli By Matt Reigle OutKick Published May 23, 2026 4:27pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward discusses using backup car after practice crash IndyCar driver Pato O'Ward describes the incident leading to a practice crash this week, forcing him to switch to a backup car for the highly anticipated Indy 500. He notes the excitement of unpredictable races, emphasizing the element of skill and the unexpected moments that captivate fans.
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