F1: Russell and Antonelli participate in a test with Mercedes at Nurburgring

F1: Russell and Antonelli participate in a test with Mercedes at Nurburgring

A list of drivers will drive at Nurburgring in the coming weeks. According to information from the GPblog website, in addition to Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri, George Russell and Kimi Antonelli will participate in a Pirelli tire test at the circuit.

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The McLaren duo will participate in a McLaren test this month at the iconic German circuit. However, the papaya team will not be the only one in action, as the ‘silver arrows’ team will also be on track.

George Russell (GBR) Mercedes AMG Formula One Team W17.

In recent months, interest in Nurburgring has grown more and more after the race contested by Max Verstappen in a GT car. On Thursday, the Dutchman announced that he will participate in the qualifying for the 24 Hours of Nurburgring. Furthermore, Lance Stroll was also present at the German racetrack last week aboard a GT car.

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However, despite Verstappen and Stroll having driven on the Nordschleife, the McLaren duo and Russell and Antonelli will stay on the GP circuit at Nurburgring. The test takes place this month, in the week where the Saudi Arabian GP was originally scheduled to be held.

The tests take place behind closed doors and it is very likely that no fans will have access.

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