George Russell savours ‘special feeling’ after claiming pole for Canadian GP

George Russell savoured a “special feeling” after pulling a pole lap out on his final run to land a double blow on title rival Kimi Antonelli at the Canadian Grand Prix.

The 28-year-old continued Mercedes’ run of claiming pole at every race this season and will line up at the front of the grid for the third time in a row in Montreal.

Mercedes had looked a little off the pace for much of the session but, at the death, Antonelli moved to the top of the standings only to be usurped on his final attempt by Russell.

The pair had earlier banged wheels during the sprint race as Antonelli accused Russell of pushing him off the track.

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