Russell reflects on Las Vegas hopes one year on from victory

Mercedes driver George Russell, last year's Las Vegas Grand Prix winner, expressed caution about repeating his success this season. While Mercedes performed exceptionally well in cooler conditions in 2024, Russell noted that past success doesn't guarantee future results. He anticipates a strong challenge from Red Bull, citing their improvements on low-downforce tracks. Russell highlighted that the 2025 Mercedes car is a more balanced all-rounder, beneficial for the championship but potentially less dominant at specific venues. Mercedes aims to secure second in the Constructors' Championship. Russell surprisingly dismissed McLaren as a primary rival for victory in Las Vegas, predicting they will struggle more than usual due to the track's characteristics mirroring their weaker circuits like Canada and Baku.