George Russell

2024 - 7 - 28

George Russell's Belgian Grand Prix Victory Turns Into a DQ Drama!

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George Russell snags a win at the Belgian GP, only to be stripped of glory when his car comes in underweight. Buckle up for the riveting tale of speed, strategy, and scandal!

In a breathtaking turn of events at the Belgian Grand Prix, George Russell, the talented driver for Mercedes, crossed the finish line first, only to have his jubilant moment swiftly dashed by the ever-diligent stewards. After an exhilarating race at Spa-Francorchamps, where Russell adopted a clever one-stop pit strategy, the young Briton celebrated what seemed to be his second victory of the season. However, post-race checks revealed a shocking discrepancy—his car was found to be underweight, leading to his disqualification and handing the win to his teammate, Lewis Hamilton, who was already savoring the sweet taste of second place.

Fans were left in disbelief as the news broke that Russell's celebrated victory was stripped from his record. Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, remained steadfast, stating, "Take it on the chin," emphasizing the team's commitment to maintaining integrity within the sport. Russell, who thought he was driving into history with his third career win, now finds himself facing an unwelcome reality check. His skillful maneuvering and strategy that kept him ahead of the pack seemed almost irrelevant when the scale tipped in an unexpected direction.

This incident stirred a whirlwind of discussions among F1 fans, with some debating whether the rules need revisiting given the ultra-competitive nature of modern racing. How can you celebrate a win when the weight limit becomes the culprit in dampening your triumph? Hamilton's unexpected gain from Russell's misfortune ratcheted up the tension within what is arguably the most challenging motorsport environment on the planet. Russell's impressive feat was overshadowed by the stringent regulations which govern the sport—a sobering reminder that in racing, the fine line between victory and defeat can sometimes hinge on a mere fraction of a kilogram.

As the dust settles, the implications of this disqualification ripple through the paddock. Team dynamics within Mercedes may shift slightly as Hamilton now adds another win to his already impressive career tally, making it 105 F1 victories, while Russell contemplates how to bounce back from this unceremonious exit from the podium. This rollercoaster ride of emotions reaffirms the intense scrutiny drivers face in the championship's high-stakes arena. Will Russell learn from this misstep and return stronger in the upcoming races?

Fun fact: The Belgian Grand Prix is known for its unpredictable weather, often adding an extra layer of strategy for drivers, but in 2024, it seemed that weight became the unexpected hurdle! Racing fans might also be amused to know that Spa-Francorchamps is considered one of the most beautiful, yet challenging tracks on the F1 calendar, beloved by drivers and enthusiasts alike for its rich history and breathtaking scenery.

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George Russell stripped of Belgian GP win after stewards ... (ESPN)

George Russell has been stripped of his victory at the Belgian Grand Prix after his Mercedes car was found to be underweight after the chequered flag.

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Mercedes' Russell disqualified, stripped of Belgian GP win after car ... (TSN)

After capturing the chequered flag at the Belgian Grand Prix on Sunday, Mercedes driver George Russell has been disqualified after a routine post-race ...

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Lewis Hamilton déclaré gagnant après la disqualification de George ... (Le Devoir)

La Mercedes de Russell ne respectait le poids minimal permis par le règlement au terme de l'épreuve.

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F1: George Russell triomphe en Belgique, Mercedes signe le doublé (Le Quotidien)

Optant pour une stratégie à un arrêt, le Britannique George Russell a remporté le Grand Prix de Formule 1 de Belgique, dimanche, tandis que son compatriote ...

Doublé Mercedes à Spa : George Russell s'impose à l'issue d'un GP ... (Pole-Position magazine)

Le dernier Grand Prix avant la trêve estivale de Formule 1 avait lieu ce dimanche en Belgique. Pour cette 14ème manche de la saison 2024, les pilotes se ...

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Russell disqualifié ; la victoire à Hamilton (RDS)

Pensant avoir signé sa deuxième victoire de la saison et sa troisième en carrière, le Britannique a plutôt été disqualifié au terme de la course après que sa ...

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Belgian F1 GP 2024 Results: George Russell Tops Lewis Hamilton ... (Bleacher Report)

George Russell earned his second win of the Formula One campaign in Sunday's Belgian Grand Prix at Circuit de Spa-Francorchamps. Russell held off Mercedes…

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Russell disqualified from Belgian GP, Hamilton takes 105th F1 win (Motorsport.com, Edition: Global)

Russell's car was found to be at the minimum 798kg weight limit when the FIA initially weighed the Briton's car and, after draining 2.8 litres from the fuel ...

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F1 News: George Russell Could Be Stripped Of Belgian GP Victory ... (Newsweek)

George Russell faces potential disqualification from the Belgian Grand Prix after his car failed to meet the mandated minimum weight requirement.

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George Russell set to be disqualified after winning Belgian Grand Prix (Yahoo News Australia)

The British driver took the chequered flag in first place but his Mercedes car was found to be under the permitted weight in a post-race check.

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Grand Prix de Belgique | George Russell disqualifié, Lewis Hamilton ... (La Presse)

George Russell a été le premier à traverser le fil d'arrivée et est monté sur la première marche du podium, dimanche, mais c'est plutôt son coéquipier Lewis ...

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'Take it on the chin': Mercedes have no excuses for George Russell ... (The Guardian)

Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, offered no excuses after George Russell was disqualified for an underweight car after winning the F1 Belgian GP.

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George Russell disqualified from Belgian Grand Prix for ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

George Russell has been disqualified from the result of the Belgian Grand Prix after his Mercedes was found to be underweight after the race, meaning that ...

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Belgian F1 GP 2024 Results: George Russell DQ'd, Lewis Hamilton ... (Bleacher Report)

George Russell's second win of the Formula One campaign was wiped from the record books due to an underweight car. His disqualification moved Russell's…

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Belgian GP: George Russell disqualified, Lewis Hamilton gains win ... (Sky Sports)

George Russell had impressively used a one-stop strategy to narrowly beat two-stopping team-mate Lewis Hamilton to victory at Spa-Francorchamps before his ...

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F1: Russell disqualifié en Belgique, Hamilton l'emporte (Le Soleil)

George Russell a été le premier à traverser le fil d'arrivée et est monté sur la première marche du podium, dimanche, mais c'est plutôt son coéquipier Lewis ...

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George Russell stripped of Belgian GP win after stewards ... (ESPN.co.uk)

George Russell was stripped of his victory at the Belgian Grand Prix after his Mercedes car was found to be underweight after the chequered flag.

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George Russell disqualified from F1 Belgian GP, Hamilton handed ... (Aljazeera.com)

Mercedes' George Russell has been disqualified from the Belgian Grand Prix, denying the Britain a third career victory.

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George Russell Disqualified, Lewis Hamilton Inherits Win at Spa (RoadandTrack.com)

An underweight car led to the disqualification of the Mercedes driver.

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George Russell triomphe en Belgique dans un doublé de Mercedes (Le Devoir)

C'était un 60e doublé pour Mercedes et un premier depuis le GP du Brésil en 2022. L'Australien Oscar Piastri (McLaren) a complété le podium. Premier au terme ...

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F1: George Russell triomphe en Belgique, Mercedes signe le doublé (La Tribune)

George Russell a mené Mercedes à un doublé en compagnie de Lewis Hamilton au Grand Prix de Formule 1 de Belgique grâce à une audacieuse stratégie à un arrêt ...

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Toto Wolff apologises to George Russell after Mercedes 'mistake ... (Formula 1)

Toto Wolff has offered his reaction to George Russell's disqualification from the Belgian Grand Prix, saying Mercedes “can only apologise” to their driver.

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George Russell: Lewis Hamilton 'feels' for Mercedes team-mate after ... (Sky Sports)

Eventual Spa victor Lewis Hamilton admits I feel for George and its disappointing for the team not to get the one-two.; Russell reflects on heartbreaking ...

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Lewis Hamilton wins Belgian Grand Prix after George Russell DQ (The Hindu)

George Russell stripped of Belgian Grand Prix win due to underweight car, Lewis Hamilton declared winner.

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Lewis Hamilton left with 'mixed feelings' over Belgian GP win as ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

Total jubilation for Mercedes in the wake of an unexpected 1-2 in Belgium soon turned to despair when George Russell was disqualified from the race for a ...

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EXPLAINED: Why George Russell was disqualified and stripped of ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

George Russell looked to have pulled off the most sensational of victories with a drive so good, his boss Toto Wolff called him the “Tyre Whisperer”.

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Revealed: Two crucial factors that led to George Russell's ... (PlanetF1)

It has emerged that two crucial factors were behind Mercedes driver George Russell's disqualification from the Belgian Grand Prix results.

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