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George Russell’s Bahrain GP Victory Under Threat: Late Penalty Looms Over Mercedes DRS Incident

Arthur Ling by Arthur Ling
April 13, 2025
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George Russell’s Bahrain GP Victory Under Threat: Late Penalty Looms Over Mercedes DRS Incident

Formula One F1 - Bahrain Grand Prix - Bahrain International Circuit, Sakhir, Bahrain - April 13, 2025 Mercedes' George Russell in action during the race Pool via REUTERS/Andrej Isakovic

British Driver George Russell on the Brink of Bahrain Grand Prix Penalty Due to Mercedes W16 Malfunctions

In a shocking turn of events during the Bahrain Grand Prix, British driver George Russell is facing a potential penalty for an unusual incident involving his Mercedes W16. Russell, who crossed the finish line in second place behind McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, might see his position jeopardized due to a daring move outside the designated DRS zone.

On lap 45 of the race, Russell’s Mercedes race engineer alerted him to a malfunction with the DRS system on the W16, instructing him that he could now only activate it when prompted by the team. This unexpected issue, coupled with transponder problems on Russell’s car, could have impacted the DRS functionality of Lando Norris’s McLaren, who was closely trailing behind.

If a penalty is imposed on Russell, potentially a 5-second deduction, he could plummet to fourth place from his hard-earned second-place finish. The intense battle between Russell and Norris in the final stages of the race had fans on the edge of their seats, with Norris unable to overtake before the chequered flag.

Following the race, Russell confirmed the challenges he faced during the event, citing a brake-by-wire failure as one of the contributing factors to the technical issues. Despite the setbacks, Russell maintained that he did not gain an advantage from the malfunctions, emphasizing his commitment to fair play on the track.

As the FIA stewards delve into the details of the incident, the motorsport world holds its breath, awaiting the final decision that could reshape the outcome of the Bahrain Grand Prix. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story as it unfolds in the high-stakes world of Formula 1 racing.

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