Russell teases junior driver academy launch for 12 November

George Russell has posted a teaser video suggesting he is about to launch his own junior driver academy. The Mercedes driver looked back at his karting childhood in the clip, which ends with the date 12 November and the words "Stay tuned". A new account called GR63 Academy was also linked to the post.

In the video, Russell said karting had been a big part of his life and that he started properly at the age of seven. He added that it was time to give something back to the sport, saying "Dreams don't come true overnight" and that everyone has a chance with hard work and the right opportunity.

Russell would join a number of Formula 1 figures investing in young talent. Lando Norris recently launched his LN4 Fusion team, Max Verstappen operates his own GT racing project, and Fernando Alonso is involved in young driver management, with Gabriel Bortoleto among his clients.