Formula 1 is considering a proposal for a sprint race exclusively for rookie drivers following the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix tyre test. While Mercedes’ George Russell supports the idea, reigning world champion Max Verstappen expresses reservations about the timing and logistics of the event. The F1 Commission will discuss the proposal at the end of September, as stakeholders weigh the merits of this initiative to boost on-track opportunities for young talent.
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Mercedes drivers George Russell and Lewis Hamilton were left scratching their heads after a disappointing outing at the Dutch Grand Prix, where the team lacked pace and struggled to challenge at the front. Russell finished 7th, while Hamilton’s grid penalty hampered his chances of a podium finish.
As the Formula 1 season resumed in Zandvoort, George Russell of Mercedes believes that tyre overheating led to his disappointing qualifying performance, resulting in a half-second deficit to polesitter Lando Norris. Despite being on pace throughout Q1 and Q2, Russell failed to improve significantly in the final shootout, ultimately qualifying fourth. Meanwhile, teammate Lewis Hamilton struggled to make an impact, qualifying 12th.
Mercedes has shed light on the decision to retire George Russell from the British Grand Prix, citing a preventative measure to avoid further damage to his car’s power unit. The team closely monitored a water leak issue from the start, ultimately choosing to limit Russell’s running to protect the engine and prevent a potential grid drop later in the season.
In the latest Formula 1 news, Mercedes driver George Russell has proposed a new system for allocating wind tunnel time among teams, suggesting it should be based on points scored rather than championship position. This raises interesting questions about maintaining competitiveness in the sport as the 2026 rules loom.
The 2023 British Grand Prix delivered high-octane drama, with Lewis Hamilton’s first win in 945 days taking center stage. Our expert Power Rankings analysis breaks down the top performers, surprising results, and key talking points from this thrilling race weekend.
Mercedes’ remarkable turnaround has been solidified with back-to-back Formula 1 Grand Prix victories, as Lewis Hamilton triumphs at Silverstone despite George Russell’s heartbreaking DNF. The W15 has emerged as a race-winning machine, positioning Mercedes for continued momentum as the F1 season progresses.
Mercedes delivered a dominant performance in qualifying for the British Grand Prix, with George Russell claiming pole position ahead of teammate Lewis Hamilton. The duo’s front-row lockout, with McLaren’s Lando Norris taking third, has set the stage for an exciting race at the iconic Silverstone Circuit.
Mercedes’ George Russell claimed a hard-fought pole position for the British Grand Prix, overcoming a challenging qualifying session to pip teammate Lewis Hamilton to the top spot at Silverstone. The British driver’s W15 came alive in Q3, setting the stage for a competitive race with rain forecast for Sunday.
George Russell claimed his second pole position of the 2024 Formula 1 season, edging out Mercedes teammate Lewis Hamilton by a narrow margin in a dramatic qualifying session at the British Grand Prix. Lando Norris took third place for McLaren, as the rain-affected Silverstone circuit proved to be a challenging and unpredictable battleground.