Miami FP1: Mercedes' George Russell quickest after dismissing 'pathetic' Max Verstappen spat
Mercedes driver George Russell was quickest in Free Practice One at the Miami Grand Prix on Friday evening after calling his spat with Max Verstappen «pathetic.» Russell, alongside team-mate Lewis Hamilton, have endured another slow start to the season where they once again look set to struggle behind Red Bull and Ferrari, and may face a stronger challenge this year from Aston Martin. Ad However, on Friday in Florida, in the first session at least, they were the top performers despite leaving it late.


