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Russell's Frustration Boils Over at Spa as Mercedes Grapples with Power Unit Woes

George Russell's championship hopes suffered another setback at Spa-Francorchamps after retiring from the Belgian Grand Prix, leaving him 50 points adrift of teammate Kimi Antonelli. A power unit malfunction triggered an emotional radio outburst from the Mercedes driver.

By Azizah Rahman · 20 Jul 2026 · 5 min read

Russell 'numb to the disappointment' after Belgian GP crash with Hamilton

George Russell crashed out of the Belgian Grand Prix on the opening lap after colliding with former teammate Lewis Hamilton, dealing another blow to his Formula One title aspirations. The Mercedes driver blamed a battery malfunction for leaving him vulnerable.

By Azizah Rahman · 19 Jul 2026 · 3 min read