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The Mercedes driver is also a director of the Grand Prix Drivers Association.
George Russell has suggested a potential “magical” solution to address F1’s concerns regarding tires and race strategies, aiming to enhance the excitement of races. The current trend of one-stop races and limited tire degradation has prompted F1 to explore various measures to spice up the competition, such as adjusting the pit-lane speed limit and modifying tire compounds. Discussions were held within the F1 Commission to consider making two-stop races mandatory from the 2026 season onwards, yet a final decision was postponed to next year. Mercedes driver Russell emphasized the importance of developing tires that would create optimal race scenarios, allowing for strategic flexibility and more engaging races for both drivers and fans. He stressed the need for softer tires and varying levels of tire degradation to promote overtaking opportunities, as merely mandating two-stop races may not suffice if the tire performance does not differ significantly.
