Russell wins Canada sprint after dramatic battle with Antonelli

The first of a series of flashpoints between Russell and Antonelli came on lap six after the two Mercedes had converted their front-row starting positions into a one-two on track at the start. Antonelli tried to pass Russell around the outside of Turn One, but ended up on the grass, managing to hold on to second place. This was the incident by which Antonelli was angered and the Italian continued his complaints after the race. "It was a tough battle," he said. "I need to review that. …