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Is Hamilton-Russell ‘needle’ a glimpse at fireworks to come?
During the race at Suzuka, there were some tense battles between Mercedes teammates Hamilton and Russell, with near collisions that caught people’s attention. Hamilton managed to pass Russell after a better run onto the main straight. Russell questioned over team radio whether they should be fighting each other or focusing on the other competitors. Hamilton held firm against Russell’s attack by edging both cars out wide. In the closing stages, Hamilton was frustrated by the lack of immediate call for Russell to give up fifth place, as Ferrari’s Sainz was closing in. Despite the tension, Mercedes downplayed any friction between Hamilton and Russell, stating that they were racing hard in a challenging car. Both drivers expressed their intention to talk and resolve the situation outside of the cockpit.
Source: Crash
