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Russell says 'fantastic' de Vries deserves shot at F1

George Russell says reigning Formula E world champion Nyck de Vries deserves to join the grid in Formula 1, labeling the Dutchman a "fantastic driver". Driving for the works Mercedes team, De Vries conquered the title in Formula E in Berlin last month, an achievement hailed by Mercedes motorsport boss Toto Wolff who also stated that the 26-year-old charger's talent was worthy of a seat in F1. De Vries is seen as a potential candidate to replace Russell at Williams – a team powered by Mercedes' engines - if the Briton is confirmed as Lewis Hamilton's teammate at the Mercedes team for 2022. But the FE world champion has reportedly also emerged as a frontrunner for a drive with...
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