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George Russell has argued it would have been “stupidity” to start the Belgian Grand Prix on time, given the torrid weather conditions at Spa-Francorchamps.
George Russell has voiced his support for the FIA’s decision to postpone the Belgian Grand Prix due to dangerous weather conditions that made driving through the Eau Rouge-Raidillon section extremely risky. The track has unfortunately seen fatal accidents in recent years, with drivers losing their lives due to crashes in adverse weather.
The race director, Rui Marques, eventually postponed the race after concerns over poor visibility, although some drivers, such as Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen, were critical of the decision. Following the formation lap, the race was red-flagged due to the unsafe conditions, prompting various drivers to share their views.
Russell defended the decision, comparing driving in such conditions to wearing a blindfold, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing safety over racing. The grand prix eventually resumed after a delay to allow the track to dry, with Russell acknowledging the right call was made considering the impending dry weather conditions.
