P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Mercedes had to break curfew for only the second time this season to repair George Russell’s car
Mercedes had to utilize its second ‘joker’ of the season due to George Russell’s serious crash in Mexico City Grand Prix practice. During a high-speed section at Turn 8, Russell hit a kerb, causing the car to bottom out and collide with a barrier at 35g force. Despite appearing shaken and holding his ribs, Russell was cleared after a medical evaluation. The W15 sustained significant damage, necessitating overnight repairs in violation of curfew regulations, which allow two exemptions per team. Mercedes confirmed no penalties due to this being their second curfew breach this season and the car passed subsequent checks, especially vital as the chassis had to be changed.
