Russell opens up on his "small mistake in the second half of the lap" that cost him ...

George Russell had a successful Saturday at Zandvoort, winning the Sprint race and qualifying second for the Dutch Grand Prix. His victory in the Sprint helped him close the gap in the championship standings against his teammate Kimi Antonelli, who finished fifth after a strong start. Russell's qualifying performance was notable, although he acknowledged a small mistake that cost him pole position, which he believed was within reach.

The Mercedes team is well-positioned for the Grand Prix, starting from second and third on the grid. Russell highlighted the competitive nature of the front runners, including McLaren and Ferrari, and stressed the significance of track position. He expressed optimism about the race strategy and the potential for a strong performance on Sunday.