George Russell secured his first victory of the 2025 Formula 1 season at the Canadian Grand Prix, leading from pole position to the chequered flag in a commanding performance for Mercedes. The British driver finished ahead of championship leader Max Verstappen in second,

Top competitors for the World Drivers Championship and McLaren teammates, Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, crashed with three laps remaining in the Canadian Grand Prix. George Russell wins behind a safety car for his first win of the season ahead of Max Verstappen.

George Russell won his first race of the Formula 1 season as the Mercedes driver held off defending race winner Max Verstappen at the Canadian Grand Prix.