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Mercedes’ George Russell believes it’s time to move on from volunteer Formula 1 stewards and have full-time officials in place with “real salaries.”
The debate over steward inconsistencies has been ongoing during the Autumn triple header races in Austin, Mexico City, and Sao Paulo. Incidents involving Max Verstappen and Lando Norris in the US and Mexico City GPs have garnered attention, leading to differing interpretations of racing guidelines and subsequent penalties. While some suggest revising the rulebook, George Russell advocates for permanent stewards as a solution. According to Russell, having consistent stewards would enhance clarity and fairness in applying the guidelines. He also emphasizes the need for professional stewards with proper salaries to ensure better consistency and decision-making in Formula 1 races. Overall, Russell believes that changes in driving regulations often require incidents or controversies to prompt necessary adjustments for improvement.
