The end of a complicated relationshipFrom declaring in 2020 that DRS was sending him “mixed signals” and that their relationship was “on a break”.
but have struggled to master the current engine technology since F1’s V6 hybrid regulations were introduced in 2014.
“This sort of little disappointment for a victory that was possible today is actually testament of the fact that the team has come a long way and we are now regular podium contenders or at times even victory contenders.
“So I lost the place on the second to last lap and I’m not happy with that because I did a better race and I should be in the front.
There’s also a chance of rain in Sunday’s 70-lap Canadian Grand Prix although it would be a lot less than what is forecast for Saturday.
Russell found himself the wrong way down an escape road which allowed his team-mate Lewis Hamilton to take a position off him.
one that will keep him at the team until the end of the 2026 season.