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Toto Wolff defends George Russell after Singapore crash
Toto Wolff defends George Russell after costly Singapore sprint crash.
In brief
Toto Wolff defends George Russell after costly Singapore sprint crash. Toto Wolff defended George Russell's Singapore sprint crash, praising Mercedes mechanics for a rapid car rebuild despite missing telemetry data. Originally reported by Motorsport.
George Russell crash
George Russell crashed his W17 into barriers during Singapore's wet-weather sprint race.
Toto Wolff's reaction
Toto Wolff admitted he was caught off guard by Russell's mistake during the sprint race.
Wolff on treacherous track
Wolff said the damp street circuit made it difficult for Russell to avoid the crash.
Mechanics' rapid rebuild
Mercedes mechanics completed a massive car rebuild to get Russell's car ready for qualifying.
Russell's qualifying position
Russell secured sixth place on the grid after the hastily repaired car.
Antonelli's improved performance
Andrea Kimi Antonelli locked down a fourth-place start after aerodynamic upgrades worked.
Engine penalty consequence
Russell will start Sunday's main race from the back of the pack due to a mandatory engine penalty.
What it means
Toto Wolff defended George Russell's Singapore sprint crash, praising Mercedes mechanics for a rapid car rebuild despite missing telemetry data.
