Belgian Grand Prix

Williams podium a reward for 'years of hard work' - Russell

Ewan Gale Sunday 29 August 2021 19:32

Williams podium a reward for 'years of hard work' - Russell

George Russell paid tribute to his Williams team for its "years" of hard work after claiming his maiden podium at the rain-shortened Belgian Grand Prix.

The British driver started on the front row after a sensational qualifying performance in wet conditions on Saturday but was not afforded the chance to race in torrential rain during the race.

Drivers were able to complete just two laps of the grand prix behind the safety car after a three-hour delay, with half-points being awarded.

"We don't often get rewarded for great qualifyings but today we absolutely did," said Russell.

"I want to say so sorry to all the fans and amazing, their support, to stay out here throughout.

"We were all in the same boat. It is a shame we couldn't get this race underway but just from my side and the team's side, just such an amazing result.

"A little celebration tonight for sure. The team deserve it.

"They have given so much hard work over the last few years, there has not really been anything to show for it and we absolutely nailed it yesterday and here we are, standing on the podium. I can tell you, I didn't expect that this year."

Latest News

F1 Today

F1 News Today: Alpine confirm Doohan replacement at Japanese GP as team announce NEW driver signing

1 hour ago

Japanese Grand Prix

F1 2025 Japanese Grand Prix weather forecast - latest from Suzuka

2 hours ago

F1 Insight

'Secret' F1 button revealed ahead of Japanese Grand Prix

3 hours ago

Cadillac

Popular Ferrari F1 driver opens up on surprise Cadillac links

Today 12:56

F1 News & Gossip

Alonso opens up on Newey hopes after disaster start

Today 11:54

Red Bull

Tsunoda addresses 'intense' Red Bull move ahead of 'emotional' debut

Today 11:00

More news

F1 Race Calendar 2025

GP AUSTRALIA 14 - 14 Mar

GP BAHRAIN 11 - 11 Apr

GP SAUDI ARABIA 18 - 18 Apr

GP USA 2 - 2 May

GP ITALY 16 - 16 May

GP MONACO 23 - 23 May

GP SPAIN 30 - 30 May

Complete kalender 2025

F1 News 24/7

Races

About GPFans

GPFans is a multi-platform, multi-language brand dedicated to Formula One coverage. We bring you all the ins and outs of the sport, 24/7, everything from up-to-the-minute news and features to the latest viral stories and clips.

We believe that a new generation of exciting, outspoken drivers will make F1 more popular than ever before, and we want to give our users access to as much of their heroes as possible, on and off the track. From Lewis Hamilton to Max Verstappen, Daniel Ricciardo to Sebastian Vettel, we provide in-depth analysis of every every Grand Prix in the season, from Australia to Abu Dhabi.

With Formula One under the new ownership of Liberty Media, how the sport is being covered is evolving, and GPFans will look to be at the heart of this progression into new media, as one of the fastest-growing sites covering the king of motorsports.

Follow us on your favorite social media channel

Corporate & Media

Innovatieweg 20C
7007 CD, Doetinchem, Netherlands
+31645516860

CHOOSE YOUR COUNTRY

Williams podium a reward for 'years of hard work' - Russell

Williams podium a reward for 'years of hard work' - Russell