Jolyon Palmer says Kimi Antonelli's 'grandmother' comments give George Russell a 'glimmer' of hope

George Russell's recent victory in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix has reignited his hopes for the F1 Drivers' Championship, especially after teammate Kimi Antonelli's admission of struggling with confidence. Antonelli, who finished fifth after starting from sixteenth, described his cautious driving style as akin to that of a 'grandmother', which has raised questions about his current form.

Jolyon Palmer noted that Antonelli's comments could provide Russell with a psychological edge as the season progresses. Russell's dominant performance, leading every lap of the race, showcased a change in his driving style, which may further pressure Antonelli as they head into the next race in Bahrain.