[PERSON_NAME] admits he 'took a lot of risks' for his [ADDRESS] pole position and now feels relieved from championship pressure as the season’s second half begins. Winning Saturday’s sprint race, he will start second behind teammate [PERSON_NAME], who currently leads by 56 points. For the first time recently, he perceives a performance edge over his rival.

After adapting his driving style since the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix, he compares the adjustment to changing a golf swing—requiring temporary setbacks before improvement. The summer break allowed him to internalize these changes. “I think after the break, I just feel way more relaxed,” he said. “I don’t even really feel in a fight. It’s not mine to lose, it’s mine to gain.”

Russell has struggled with the latest car generation this year, but his teammate [PERSON_NAME] has excelled under the new formula. By implementing similar adjustments, he aims to level up and maximize his weekend performances. With half the season remaining, he notes that multiple drivers remain in title contention. “There’s more points on offer… it changes so, so quick.” He acknowledges Ferrari’s strong form and hopes Mercedes’ upcoming upgrades perform well.