George Russell has recently opened up about his relationship with Lewis Hamilton, revealing that their bond has grown even stronger since their partnership at Mercedes concluded in 2024. The British drivers shared the garage at the German team from 2022 to 2024, during which time they maintained a professional and largely amicable working relationship.
While both were fierce competitors on the track, Russell and Hamilton showed mutual respect and often supported each other in the face of the team’s performance struggles. Russell, who looked up to Hamilton as a childhood hero, handled the pressure of racing alongside the seven-time world champion with maturity, while Hamilton recognized Russell’s potential and praised his consistency and growth.
Since Hamilton’s departure from Mercedes, the pair have had more opportunities to interact away from the intense spotlight of Formula 1 competition. Russell noted that without the constant comparisons and team dynamics at play, their friendship has flourished. They continue to share a strong connection through their British heritage, experiences in F1, and shared passion for racing. Russell’s comments reflect the positive evolution of a relationship that began in the heat of competition but matured into mutual respect and camaraderie beyond the paddock.