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Toto Wolff reveals cause of George Russell’s heartbreaking F1 Canadian GP failure
Mercedes Formula 1 boss Toto Wolff disclosed the reason for George Russell’s retirement from the Canadian Grand Prix, attributing it to a power unit-related issue.
During a thrilling battle with teammate Andrea Kimi Antonelli for the lead, Russell’s Mercedes suddenly suffered a battery failure, leading to a shutdown on lap 30.
Despite Russell’s disappointment, Wolff praised his performance over the weekend, highlighting Russell’s achievements and sportsmanship during the race.
Mercedes enjoyed the intense duel between Russell and Antonelli but also had to caution the drivers to race more cleanly to avoid potential incidents.
Wolff acknowledged the team’s dilemma in balancing the excitement of their drivers’ battle with the risks involved, emphasizing the need to maintain focus and strategic awareness going forward in the season.
