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Russell Rages After Aborted Lap in Fight for Pole
- George Russell qualified second at the Sao Paulo Grand Prix, expressing frustration after a "miscommunication" cost him a chance at pole position.
- Russell raged over team radio after being told to back off while approaching Alex Albon, a decision Mercedes later admitted was a "misjudgment."
- Team Principal Toto Wolff described it as a "50:50 call," noting Russell "merited to be on pole" despite the team's inability to predict the intensifying rain.
- With a five-place grid penalty for an engine change, Russell starts seventh on Sunday, rendering his qualifying performance effectively irrelevant for the race.
- The Briton has faced issues in 14 of 20 weekends this season, emphasizing the need to keep team morale high despite the ongoing frustration.
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PressNewsAgencyRussell rages after aborted lap in fight for pole
SAO PAULO, Nov 7 : George Russell raged over the radio after the Mercedes driver was thwarted in a bid for a morale-boosting fastest lap in Sao Paulo Grand Prix qualifying on Saturday.Russell carried a five-place grid penalty for an engine change but the Briton still wanted to finish the session on top.
·Singapore, Singapore
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The Independent (US)George Russell vents fury at Mercedes after missing out on pole in Sao Paulo
Russell was told by his team to back off on his final flying lap at Interlagos.
·London, United Kingdom
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Lewis Hamilton, who is preparing for his 400th F1 race, may face a grid penalty in Brazil, but at least he has settled his differences with Charles Leclerc.
·Budapest, Hungary
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Western Morning NewsGeorge Russell slapped with Brazilian GP penalty as Mercedes star reacts
As if George Russell hasn't had enough adversity this season.
·London, United Kingdom
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