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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F46%2Flewis-hamilton_1.JPG "Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Turkish Grand Prix on November 15, 2020")
Lewis Hamilton given green light to race in Abu Dhabi
Stand-in George Russell will return to Williams.Dec 10, 18:40
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F49%2Fgeorge-russell.JPG "Mercedes driver George Russell in action during the practice pool for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 4, 2020")
George Russell preparing to again stand in for Lewis Hamilton
George Russell was cruelly robbed of victory on his Mercedes debut last Sunday.Dec 10, 16:23
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F36%2Ftoto-wolff.JPG "Mercedes' Team Principal Toto Wolff pictured in August 2020")
Wolff 'curious' to see Ocon's next steps in F1
Toto Wolff says he is "curious" to observe the next developments in Esteban Ocon's Formula 1 career.Dec 10, 05:59
Marko plays down Perez, Russell rumours
Red Bull has denied that it will rush to snap up Sergio Perez after the out-of-work Mexican secured his first Formula 1 race win in Bahrain last Sunday.Dec 10, 05:57
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F48%2Flewis-hamilton.JPG "Mercedes driver Lewis Hamilton celebrates winning the Bahrain Grand Prix on November 29, 2020")
Mercedes to make late call on Lewis Hamilton ahead of Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
The seven-time world champion must return a negative Covid-19 swab before he is allowed to travel.Dec 9, 14:11
F1 commentator doubts Russell conspiracy theory
A Formula 1 commentator has hit back at conspiracy theories surrounding Mercedes' bungled pitstops that cost George Russell victory last weekend in Bahrain.Dec 9, 06:16
Hamilton holds 2021 teammate 'trump card'
Lewis Hamilton holds "a trump card" when it comes to the identity of his teammate for 2021.Dec 9, 06:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F46%2Flewis-hamilton.jpg "Lewis Hamilton pictured during practice for the Turkish GP on November 13, 2020")
Hamilton 'on right track' for Abu Dhabi return - Wolff
Toto Wolff says Mercedes' star driver is "on the right track" for returning to the cockpit this weekend in Abu Dhabi.Dec 9, 06:13
Lewis Hamilton hopeful of returning for Abu Dhabi Grand Prix
Lewis Hamilton missed last Sunday's penultimate round in Bahrain after contracting coronavirus while on holiday in Dubai.Dec 8, 15:32
Wolff hints at 2021 race seat for Russell
Toto Wolff is no longer ruling out a sensational driver lineup change for Mercedes in 2021.Dec 8, 06:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F35%2Fgeorge-russell.jpg "George Russell pictured on August 28, 2020")
Russell costs '50 million less' than Hamilton
While George Russell's Sakhir GP performance has put Valtteri Bottas under immense pressure, it is also an uncomfortable moment for Lewis Hamilton.Dec 8, 06:35
Russell form a 'wake-up call' for Red Bull
The availability of on-form drivers like George Russell and Sergio Perez is "a wake-up call" for Red Bull.Dec 8, 06:30
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Ferrari always looking towards 'next year' - Briatore
Flavio Briatore has rolled his eyes at the suggestion that Ferrari may get back on the pace of F1's frontrunners next year.Dec 8, 06:29
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F40%2Flewis-hamilton.jpg "Lewis Hamilton on the podium at the Russian Grand Prix on September 27, 2020")
Two countries must green-light Hamilton's return
Whether Lewis Hamilton can return to his Mercedes cockpit for the 2020 finale this weekend is up to health officials in Bahrain and Abu Dhabi.Dec 8, 06:27
George Russell looks ahead to 2021 season with Mercedes
The 22-year-old British driver came close to pulling off a win while standing in for Lewis Hamilton at the Sakhir Grand Prix.Dec 7, 13:31
Toto Wolff on George Russell: "A new star is born"
The Briton had looked on course for a win on his Mercedes debut.Dec 7, 08:38
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This weekend's sport in pictures
The best of the weekend's pictures from the sporting world.Dec 7, 08:29
Replacing Bottas with Russell 'not realistic' - Wolff
Toto Wolff has played down suggestions that Mercedes might be on the cusp of a sensational driver lineup change for 2021.Dec 7, 06:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F49%2Fvtbts.jpg "Valtteri Bottas pictured at the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 5, 2020")
Bottas' 'shares have collapsed' after Sakhir GP
Valtteri Bottas put himself under a spotlight in Sunday's Sakhir GP - for the wrong reasons.Dec 7, 06:02
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F49%2Fsergio-perez.JPG "Racing Point's Sergio Perez celebrates winning the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 6, 2020")
Sergio Perez in dreamland after win at Sakhir Grand Prix
The Mexican came from the back of the field to win the Sakhir Grand Prix.Dec 6, 23:14
George Russell 'gutted but proud' after near miss at Sakhir Grand Prix
The young Briton, deputising for Lewis Hamilton, was leading the Sakhir Grand Prix until a pit stop blunder and a puncture ended his hopes.Dec 6, 21:37
George Russell suffers puncture as Sergio Perez wins Sakhir Grand Prix
Racing Point's Sergio Perez took the chequered flag on an extraordinary evening in Bahrain.Dec 6, 19:10
Russell boosts 'market value' in Hamilton's car
George Russell has upped his market value "enormously" with his performance at the wheel of the ill Lewis Hamilton's Mercedes in Bahrain.Dec 6, 06:14
George Russell admits he is "gutted" to miss out on Sakhir pole
The 22-year-old Briton is deputising for Covid-19 victim Lewis Hamilton with Mercedes.Dec 5, 21:11
Valtteri Bottas beats George Russell to Sakhir pole by 0.026 seconds
George Russell is deputising for Lewis Hamilton following the seven-time world champion's positive Covid-19 test.Dec 5, 18:36
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F49%2Fvrstp.jpg "Max Verstappen pictured during practice for the Sakhir Grand Prix on December 5, 2020")
Max Verstappen quickest in final Sakhir practice, George Russell seventh
George Russell is standing in for Lewis Hamilton.Dec 5, 15:27
Russell can 'win immediately' - Verstappen
Max Verstappen thinks George Russell can "win immediately" this weekend and put big pressure on Mercedes' regular driver Valtteri Bottas.Dec 5, 05:33
Friday's sporting social: Virgil van Dijk steps up comeback and George Russell excels
KP laid down the law to Joe Root and Anthony Joshua had some words of wisdom.Dec 4, 18:44
George Russell impresses in absence of 'bedridden' Lewis Hamilton
Seven-time world champion Lewis Hamilton is recovering at home after testing positive for coronavirus on Monday.Dec 4, 17:32
Mercedes debutant George Russell posts fastest time in opening practice
The British driver is racing Lewis Hamilton's world championship winning Mercedes this weekend in Bahrain.Dec 4, 16:05
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F44%2Fvaltteri-bottas.jpg "Valtteri Bottas pictured at Imola on October 31, 2020")
Defeat to Russell 'wouldn't look good' - Bottas
Valtteri Bottas has acknowledged the pressure on him in Bahrain, admitting it is "an important weekend" for his status and future in Formula 1.Dec 4, 06:14
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F20%2F11%2Fgunther-steiner.jpg "Gunther Steiner pictured on February 19, 2020")
Steiner hits back at angry Haas reserve
Gunther Steiner has hit back at Haas reserve driver Louis Deletraz, who is upset that he was overlooked to replace Romain Grosjean this weekend in Bahrain.Dec 4, 06:13
George Russell admits to "sleepless night" following Mercedes break
The Briton discovered he would be replacing Lewis Hamilton in Sakhir this weekend in a 2am call.Dec 3, 17:51
The key questions surrounding Lewis Hamilton's replacement George Russell
George Russell has been selected to replace the world champion this weekend.Dec 3, 09:47
George Russell given big chance after Lewis Hamilton withdrawal
The 22-year-old Briton is a member of the Mercedes junior driver programme.Dec 2, 11:28
Lewis Hamilton to be replaced by George Russell at Sakhir Grand Prix
World champion Lewis Hamilton is out of the race after testing positive for coronavirus.Dec 2, 08:27
Two candidates in running to replace Hamilton
Two candidates have emerged at the front of the queue for Lewis Hamilton's plum Mercedes cockpit this weekend in Bahrain.Dec 2, 06:05
Lewis Hamilton feels "OK with mild symptoms" after contracting coronavirus
The seven-time Formula One world champion will have to isolate at his hotel in Bahrain.Dec 1, 16:44
Lewis Hamilton "devastated" to miss Sakhir GP after positive coronavirus test
The seven-time world champion has to isolate for 10 days and is a doubt for the season finale in Abu Dhabi.Dec 1, 12:52
Lewis Hamilton tests positive for coronavirus
The Briton is already confirmed as world champion.Dec 1, 08:34
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