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George Russell joined Mercedes just as the team took a dip in form in 2022 – and the Briton has admitted its car consistency is now at the worst it has ever been.
George Russell has acknowledged that Mercedes’ current struggles with the consistency of its car are the most severe the team has ever faced. Despite addressing bouncing issues, Mercedes has not been able to establish itself as a consistent front-runner despite a burst of speed earlier in the season. The team’s focus has shifted away from the past bouncing concerns, which restricted its performance over two years ago. Russell highlighted that while the current car allows drivers to push to the limit, it has become unpredictable through corners, affecting lap performance. He described the team’s current performance as the most inconsistent they have ever experienced.
