Russell defiant as Antonelli nears F1 title

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George Russell remains defiant despite trailing Mercedes teammate Kimi Antonelli by 123 points ahead of the Mexico City Grand Prix, where Antonelli could clinch his first F1 title. Russell insists his difficult 2026 season won't break him.

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Crash.net focuses on Russell's defiance amid looming title defeat, while Motorsport.com adds his claim of having '12 to 15 years' left and the championship context. PlanetF1 frames it as a career vow after a turbulent season.

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Russell defiant as Antonelli nears F1 title

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