George Russell feels the Canadian Grand Prix was a ‘missed opportunity’ for Mercedes to end their lengthy wait for a race victory.
The Silver Arrows have not graced the top step of the podium since Russell took the chequered flag at the Brazilian Grand Prix two years ago.
“It feels like a missed opportunity, to be honest,” said Russell, who started on pole in Canada but ended up in second place.
“We were really quick at the beginning of the race on the inters and then obviously Lando came through really fast. Then we got back on to the slicks, made a couple of mistakes out there just pushing the limits and paid the price for it.
“Nevertheless, first podium of the year and we truly had a really fast car this weekend and to be back in the mix fighting for victory was really fun.”
