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Surprising theory from Günther Steiner: Is George Russell interested in Audi? - Formula 1

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Günther Steiner thinks Mercedes pressure from teenage newcomer Kimi Antonelli could push George Russell toward a struggling Audi project — but is that a real move or wishful thinking?

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Surprising theory from Günther Steiner: Is George Russell interested in Audi? - Formula 1

Theory Briefing

  • Günther Steiner floated the idea that Russell, under pressure from Antonelli at Mercedes, might consider joining Audi's F1 project.
  • Antonelli, a young newcomer, is already being framed as a threat to Russell's standing at one of F1's top teams.
  • Audi is still building its F1 presence, making a Russell move a high-risk, high-reward gamble if the pressure at Mercedes grows.