George Russell targets US race for looming Mercedes engine grid penalty
At this point in the 2026 season, George Russell is practically on a first-name basis with the FIA stewards. After eating a staggering 60-place grid drop at the Singapore Grand Prix to replace an entire pharmacy of power unit components, you would think the British driver would want to stay as far away from the back of the grid as humanly possible. Think again. Mercedes is preparing to bolt ...…
Mercedes driver George Russell is preparing for a grid penalty at the Las Vegas Grand Prix due to engine upgrades. After already suffering a 60-place drop at Singapore, the British racer is opting to receive his penalty later in the season at a more forgiving track. Speaking to Sky Sports F1, Russell explained that the Las Vegas circuit offers a better opportunity to showcase Mercedes' upgraded power unit, which could lead to an exciting race as the team pushes for a championship win.
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