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A Formula 1 star will not be at the track for the Azerbaijan Grand Prix after his team reported him unwell.
An American Formula 1 star from Mercedes will miss the Azerbaijan Grand Prix due to illness, forcing him to skip Thursday’s track activities. Despite this setback, George Russell is anticipated to recover in time to participate in the weekend’s events, beginning with Friday’s practice sessions in Baku. His absence was announced by Mercedes, explaining that he is currently unwell and resting in preparation for the upcoming sessions on the track. While Russell was expected to attend Thursday’s FIA press conference with other drivers, negotiations for his future with Mercedes are still ongoing. Despite his recent success, Russell’s long-term continuation with the team remains uncertain as the season progresses through various GP races.
