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George Russell slams F1 rivals ‘lawnmower racing’ at Mexican GP
George Russell criticized his F1 rivals’ loose interpretation of the racing rules at the Mexican Grand Prix, calling it ‘lawnmower racing’. The chaotic start of Sunday’s race saw Verstappen and Leclerc forced off track after a four-way battle for the lead in Turn 1. Russell expressed discontent after finishing seventh due to the early race chaos, questioning the drivers’ ability to cut corners and maintain position. He highlighted the lack of consistency in stewarding decisions, citing Hamilton’s penalty contrasted with others’ advantageous maneuvers. Russell emphasized the need for change in the racing dynamics, pushing for fairer competition without ‘get-out-of-jail-free’ cards. The young driver’s outspoken criticism shed light on the controversial racing incidents at the event, sparking calls for a more stringent application of the rules in future races.
