George Russell Credits Lando Norris for Inspiring His First F1 Podium originally appeared on Athlon Sports. George Russell’s first-ever Formula 1 podium came in the most extraordinary of circumstances at the rain-soaked 2021 Belgian Grand Prix — and he says fellow Brit Lando Norris played a key role in making it happen.

Lando Norris was left to rue his errors at the Belgian Grand Prix last year which proved costly in his title pursuit, and the McLaren star will hope for a better outcome this time around in Spa

Lando Norris is currently second in the F1 drivers' championship and is looking to avoid a repeat of his costly mistakes at the Belgian Grand Prix last year

Lando Norris edges out McLaren team-mate Oscar Piastri to claim pole - It is a one-two at the Spa startline for the British team