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George Russell Reveals Cause of Singapore GP Sprint Crash
Russell faces a back-of-grid start for Sunday’s race following his spin on wet track markings, failing to narrow the 84-point lead held by championship leader Kimi Antonelli.
- George Russell crashed out of the lead during Saturday's Singapore Grand Prix sprint race after a 30-minute weather delay. Russell had overtaken Max Verstappen at the start but lost control on the second lap.
- Tricky damp conditions caused the crash as Russell touched the slippery white painted lines while cornering. The incident immediately triggered a Safety Car, allowing following drivers to safely avoid the spinning Mercedes.
- Russell told Sky Sports the crash was a "Miscalculation" involving unexpected battery deployment that pushed him wider than expected. The 28-year-old Briton confirmed on Mercedes team radio he was unhurt after the impact.
- Failing to score points marks a significant blow to Russell's fading championship hopes. Teammate Andrea Kimi Antonelli, who held an 84-point lead entering the weekend, now stands to extend his advantage.
- Facing engine penalties from an earlier power unit failure, the driver will start Sunday's race from the back of the grid. He looks set to face further difficulties at Austin's U.S. Grand Prix.
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Next setback for Mercedes driver George Russell. After his bitter break in the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, the British rider now crashed as leader in the Singapore sprint race. The big dream of the first World Championship title in Formula 1 is likely to be finished.
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At the head of the sprint race in Singapore, the Britishman failed. A track exit that could have had dramatic consequences.
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Total News Sources15
Leaning Left2Leaning Right3Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution43% Right
Bias Distribution
- 43% of the sources lean Right
43% Right
L 29%
C 28%
R 43%
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