P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes’ George Russell was left feeling “frustrated” as rain condemned him to a premature elimination from Sprint Qualifying at Formula
During the Sprint Qualifying at the Shanghai International Circuit, Russell missed out on advancing to SQ3, finishing in 11th place. His second attempt was foiled by rain, causing him to be stuck behind cars in the pit lane. Russell expressed frustration at losing tyre temperature and missing out on a higher position. Despite the challenging conditions, he remains hopeful for the Sprint race to recover positions. The lack of grip and unpredictable weather in Shanghai have made it difficult for drivers to accurately assess the competitive order. Russell noted that track conditions are worse than expected, making it challenging for all teams.
