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George Russell has explained how the incident between Max Verstappen and Lando Norris at the United States Grand Prix is proving to be a catalyst for change in F1.
George Russell believes discussions surrounding the F1 driver guidelines are headed in the right direction, finding the recent briefing before the Mexico City Grand Prix to be positive. Despite divided opinions on immediate implementation versus waiting until next season, Russell pointed to the stewards’ penalties for Max Verstappen’s conduct in the race as a step in the right direction. As a GPDA director, Russell acknowledged the need for clarity and consistency in the rules to prevent any room for interpretation. Despite recent incidents sparking debate on driving standards, Russell believes progress is being made towards stricter regulations to ensure safety on the track. The British driver stressed the importance of learning from past incidents to drive necessary changes in F1 regulations.
