P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Why Russell’s F1 Mexico GP charge fell apart
In the Austin race, the Mercedes driver had to slow down to save fuel and control brake temperatures. He struggled to overtake Carlos Sainz and when he finally had the opportunity to push harder, his tires didn’t respond. He finished sixth in Mexico, losing out to Lando Norris in the closing laps but keeping Daniel Ricciardo behind him. The race was dominated by tire management, as the driver had to back off to prevent overheating brakes, causing his tires to lose grip. Despite the challenges, Russell understood the reasons for his performance loss and was not too concerned. He mentioned that the updated Mercedes package worked well in Mexico, although the focus was on tire management throughout the weekend.
Source: motorsport
