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Russell Fumes Over Mercedes Pit Wall Error
George Russell blames Mercedes pit wall for losing fastest time in wet Q3.
In brief
George Russell blames Mercedes pit wall for losing fastest time in wet Q3. George Russell says Mercedes pit wall error cost him fastest time in wet qualifying after rain intensified. Originally reported by RaceFans.
Pit wall error
George Russell lost fastest time in Q3 due to pit wall advice during rain.
“P2, I don’t want to be P2. I want to be P1.”
Rain intensifies
Rain increased faster than expected after Russell backed off lap in Q3.
“It’s heavier now. So it’s raining heavily now in the pit lane.”
Grid penalty
Russell starts seventh after five-place grid penalty for engine change.
“I’ve calmed down a little bit.”
Wet session struggles
Russell felt aquaplaning at high speeds during wet qualifying session.
“I was aquaplaning in fifth gear over 130 miles an hour, you can’t actually see the road in front of you.”
The short version
George Russell says Mercedes pit wall error cost him fastest time in wet qualifying after rain intensified.
