Russell wins F1 Canadian GP as Norris-Piastri clash shakes up title fight

NAMPA / Xinhua
2025-06-16
by F1 correspondent Michael Butterworth BEIJING, June 16 (Xinhua) -- George Russell claimed Mercedes' first win of the season with a commanding drive from pole position in Montreal, but the biggest drama came behind as McLaren teammates and title rivals Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri collided late in the race. The contact occurred on lap 67 of 70 as Norris attempted to overtake Piastri for fourth. The Briton misjudged a move on the pit stra......
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