Russell is not ready to reconcile with Verstappen

      There is no doubt that the conflict between George Russell and Max Verstappen, which began last year, will continue this year. They occupy too different positions, they stand their ground too zealously.

      George Russell: "My seventh year in Formula 1 is ahead, I am experienced, I understand where I am, I feel my right to vote, the platform I am on, the influence I can have. And I'm not going to put up with being openly and publicly pushed around. It's important to me.

      I've seen a lot of people in my life pushing and shoving others to get what they want for themselves. In such a situation, you need someone who can stand up to such people.

      Last year, I watched with regret Max's actions, how harshly he acted, as if mocking others, showing his aggression in such a way that no one could resist him.

      The only one who could answer him was Lewis Hamilton in 2021, and we saw a great season. Last year's season could have been interesting too, but it didn't work out, and Max's comments in Qatar made me lose my temper. Then everything worked out – from his antics on the track to acting against the rules. This is unacceptable, I realized that something needs to be done."