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Formula 1 team order controversies are a recurring theme of the 2025 season, but Mercedes managed to upset both its drivers with its mid-race dispute in Mexico
In the 2025 Formula 1 season, Mercedes faced team order controversies during the Mexican Grand Prix, frustrating both drivers, George Russell and Kimi Antonelli.
Russell and Antonelli were in strong positions before a battle between Max Verstappen and Lewis Hamilton shuffled the pack, leading to mid-race disputes within the team.
The rivalry between the Mercedes drivers intensified as they found themselves back together on track after pit stops, with Russell expressing frustration over team radio communications with his engineer.
Despite attempts to overtake, Mercedes eventually decided to swap the positions of Russell and Antonelli, but both drivers were left disappointed with the outcome of the race.
Antonelli expressed his discontent over losing a potential fourth-place finish, highlighting the impact of team orders on the team’s performance in the Grand Prix.
