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Mercedes has explained that Oscar Piastri’s underwhelming United States Grand Prix concealed George Russell’s true race pace at the Circuit of the Americas.
Mercedes technical director James Allison explained how Oscar Piastri’s challenging weekend at the Circuit of the Americas affected George Russell’s performance in the United States Grand Prix. Russell finished sixth, with limited opportunities to fully utilize the W16’s pace, as he was mostly stuck behind a McLaren. Allison clarified that minor car adjustments were made between the sprint and grand prix, but the team did not see significant changes in competitiveness. Russell’s inability to pass Piastri hindered him from showcasing his true potential, with track conditions dictating the pace of those ahead. The team acknowledged that their performance was heavily influenced by the cars they were following rather than their own capabilities in free air.
