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George Russell regrets ‘wrong’ Mercedes decisions as contract announcement looms
Mercedes F1 driver George Russell expressed his regret over the decisions made by his team at the British Grand Prix, where he finished in P10, disappointing his home crowd. The speculation about Max Verstappen potentially joining Mercedes added pressure on Russell, whose contract expires this year. Russell and his teammate Kimi Antonelli both faced uncertainty regarding their future with the team beyond 2025. Despite the challenging race conditions and strategic missteps at Silverstone, Russell remained critical of the team’s choices, highlighting the unpredictable nature of the British weather. The driver reflected on the missed opportunities and the impact of safety car periods on their tyre strategy, acknowledging the disappointment of not achieving the desired results.
