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George Russell is perplexed by the crash he experienced in the W15 during the second practice session in Mexico. The British driver lost control of his Mercedes after hitting the curbs too aggressively. Although Russell emerged unscathed, his team now faces another long night to repair the car in time for the race.
Just a week after his crash in the qualifying round of the United States Grand Prix, George Russell found himself once again colliding with the barriers in Mexico. The Brit struggled with the curb in turn eight, which ultimately caused him to lose control of his W15. Thankfully, he walked away without injuries and is able to continue the weekend’s activities in Mexico City behind the wheel.
Reactions to the Crash
“I feel fine. I am a bit short of breath after that one (crash),” Russell told the assembled media. “Honestly, I am not entirely sure what happened. The car just started bouncing on the ground, and before I could correct it, I lost control and spun out. I was trying to follow the same line when entering the corner, and for some reason, I lost my grip during the second practice session.”
Challenges Ahead for Mercedes
This crash is undoubtedly a disappointment for Russell, especially since he had clocked the fastest time in the first practice session earlier that Friday. Now, the mechanics have a race against time to get Russell’s W15 back on track. “Once again, it’s a lot of work for the team. It feels like one problem after another at the moment. It’s frustrating because we were genuinely strong and really fast in the first practice session,” Russell lamented. He hopes to recover some lost practice time in the third session.
Technical Insights: What Went Wrong?
From a technical perspective, Russell’s incident raises several questions about car performance and grip levels on the track. The W15 has shown promise but can be erratic in managing the balance during quick maneuvers off the curbs. An analysis of telemetry data is crucial for the engineering team to determine the cause of the sudden loss of control that Russell experienced.
Looking Ahead to Future Races
As the weekend unfolds, all eyes will be on Russell and the Mercedes team. They must not .comy repair the car quickly but also ensure it is set up correctly for one of the most challenging circuits on the calendar. Russell’s optimism and resolve will be vital in overcoming the hurdles posed by his recent crash. Fans and analysts alike are eagerly awaiting to see if Russell can turn his misfortunes around and finish strong in the race.
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