George Russell Struggles with Tyre Issues in Madrid Qualifying
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George Russell faced challenges during the qualifying session for the Spanish Grand Prix, ultimately finishing in sixth place. He attributed his performance to tyre troubles that hindered his ability to compete for pole position.
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First to reportRussell explains how tyre troubles ruined pole chance in MadridAfter showing early promise, George Russell was forced to settle for P6 in Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix.
Formula1.comSat 12 Sep · 17:40 UTCRead their report →
Russell opens up on why he was unable to match Antonelli's speed in Madrid qualifyingKimi Antonelli came agonisingly close to securing pole position for the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring, with the Mercedes youngster being beaten by just 0.011 seconds by Lando Norris in a thrilling qualifying session.
f1technical.netSat 12 Sep · 22:00 UTCRead →
Russell explains how tyre troubles ruined pole chance in MadridAfter showing early promise, George Russell was forced to settle for P6 in Qualifying for the Spanish Grand Prix.Formula1.comSat 12 Sep · 17:40 UTCRead their report →Russell opens up on why he was unable to match Antonelli's speed in Madrid qualifyingKimi Antonelli came agonisingly close to securing pole position for the inaugural Spanish Grand Prix at the Madring, with the Mercedes youngster being beaten by just 0.011 seconds by Lando Norris in a thrilling qualifying session.f1technical.netSat 12 Sep · 22:00 UTCRead →Loading comments…
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