Mercedes Formula 1 driver George Russell said a steering problem cost him the chance of pole at the Las Vegas Grand Prix after a qualifying session he labelled as a “missed opportunity”.

George Russell holds off Max Verstappen in final practice as both McLaren drivers hit trouble at Formula 1's Las Vegas Grand Prix

George Russell said he suffered an issue with his power steering late in Q3 in Las Vegas, which made him fortunate to find himself fourth.

Max Verstappen won the Las Vegas Grand Prix on Sunday but Lando Norris was second and increased his championship lead; Norris could seal the title at next weekends Qatar Grand Prix and become Britains 11th F1 world champion;

Formula 1 has returned to Las Vegas, aiming to be the most glamorous event on the schedule. Max Verstappen initially criticized the focus on high-rollers and celebrities over the race itself.

George Russell has revealed that a steering issue in Q3 denied him the chance to take a second consecutive pole