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George Russell calls for Mercedes F1 meeting after “worst” race of
George Russell suggests that Mercedes’ recent struggles in Formula 1 may be due to changes made by the team following the clampdown on front wing flexing in Barcelona. He expressed disappointment with the team’s performance at the Belgian Grand Prix, describing it as the “worst” of the season and calling for a discussion to address the drop in speed. Russell hinted that the changes made in response to the technical directive regarding front wing flexing could be affecting Mercedes’ performance negatively. The FIA introduced stricter front wing flexing tests to reduce reliance on aero elasticity, impacting overall aerodynamic balance and performance. Russell emphasized that the changes have compromised the rear stability of the W16, making the car more challenging to drive and leading to increased mistakes. He stressed the need for the team to analyze the situation and potentially consider reverting to previous setups to improve performance.
