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The Mercedes and McLaren drivers were summoned over a qualifying incident at Suzuka.
Mercedes has been fined €5,000 for an unsafe release involving George Russell and Oscar Piastri in Japanese Grand Prix qualifying. During Q1, Russell was released from his garage by Mercedes, leading Piastri to take evasive action in his McLaren to avoid a collision. The stewards determined that the mechanic failed to check if the pit-lane was clear before releasing Russell’s car. Russell explained that he intended to move from the working lane to the fast lane, but had to change course abruptly to avoid a mechanic from Hamilton’s team. Despite Piastri qualifying sixth and Russell ninth, safety protocols were not followed, resulting in the fine. You could win amazing F1 prizes by subscribing to our YouTube channel – claim your chance to win a Red Bull or Ferrari cap or shirt now!
