George Russell

2024 - 7 - 28

From Glory to Gloom: The Wild Ride of George Russell at the Belgian GP!

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What happens when you win but the scales say otherwise? George Russell's thrilling win at the Belgian GP turns upside down in a shocking twist! Find out what went down at Spa-Francorchamps!

In an electrifying showdown at the Belgian Grand Prix, George Russell stole the show with a nail-biting victory over his Mercedes teammate, Lewis Hamilton. With a daring one-stop strategy that put him ahead of Hamilton's two-stop plan, Russell charged across the chequered flag, basking in the glory of what seemed to be a career-defining moment. Fans were on their feet, the thrill of the race echoing in the stands of Spa-Francorchamps. But just when you thought the party could start, the scales suggested otherwise.

In a jaw-dropping twist of fate, post-race checks revealed that Russell's car was under the permitted weight. The euphoric cheers quickly turned into gasps of disbelief as the stewards announced his disqualification just hours after his celebrated win. Hamilton, the ever-resilient competitor, was handed the victory, marking his 105th win in Formula 1. It's the kind of twist that makes sports so unpredictable—and unfortunately, a little heart-wrenching for Russell fans just looking for a celebration.

Mercedes team principal, Toto Wolff, treated the situation with a dignified air, urging everyone to "take it on the chin." He acknowledged the unfortunate circumstance of Russell's disqualification and promised to investigate further, though he admitted there were no excuses for their team's blunder. It served as a stark reminder that in racing, the thin line between victory and disappointment can often be measured in mere milligrams.

This Belgian GP incident showcases the razor-sharp focus on regulations in Formula 1. Did you know that the weight limit for F1 cars, including the driver, is around 798 kilograms? It's not just about speed and skill; engineers and teams must juggle performance, strategy, and compliance to ensure they don't tip the scales unfavourably. In a world where milliseconds make a difference, every detail counts! Also, while Hamilton now holds claim to the majority of GP wins, records are made to be broken, and with Russell's talent, there's a good chance he will be lifting trophies again in the not-so-distant future!

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Belgian Grand Prix: George Rusell beats Lewis Hamilton for win (BBC Sport)

George Russell holds off Mercedes team-mate Lewis Hamilton to take a stunning victory in an engrossing Belgian Grand Prix.

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George Russell set to be disqualified after winning Belgian Grand Prix (The Independent)

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

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Russell disqualified from Belgian GP, Hamilton takes 105th F1 win (autosport.com)

Lewis Hamilton inherits Belgian Grand Prix victory as George Russell's Mercedes F1 car found to be underweight. Jake Boxall-Legge Jul 28, 2024, 10:03 AM.

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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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Belgian GP: George Russell just holds off Lewis Hamilton for win ... (Sky Sports)

George Russells bold one-stop strategy trumps Lewis Hamiltons as resurgent Mercedes surge to unlikely Spa-Francorchamps one-two; Max Verstappen recovers ...

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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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Toto Wolff responds as George Russell disqualified from Belgian ... (PlanetF1)

Mercedes representatives met with the FIA stewards at Spa-Francorchamps, with George Russell's victory removed over a technical infringement.

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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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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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Explained: Why FIA disqualified George Russell from winning the ... (PlanetF1)

Hours after George Russell claimed victory at Spa-Francorchamps after a thrilling race, the FIA disqualified the Mercedes driver. Here's why.

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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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2024 Belgian Grand Prix race report and highlights: George Russell ... (Formula 1 RSS UK)

George Russell has taken a stunning victory in the Belgian Grand Prix after a bold strategy call and a thrilling chase from Mercedes team mate Lewis ...

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Russell set to lose Belgian GP win after failing weight check (The Race)

Mercedes F1 driver George Russell is at risk of losing his Belgian Grand Prix win after his car was found to be underweight during post-race checks.

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Belgian GP: Lewis Hamilton inherits win as George Russell ... (Sky Sports)

George Russell appeared to have claimed his third grand prix victory after leading Lewis Hamilton home in a Mercedes one-two at the Belgian GP; Russells car ...

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F1: George Russell pips Lewis Hamilton with bold call to win ... (The Independent)

Russell, who started sixth, adopted a bold one-stop strategy to outfox his rivals and claim just the third victory of his career ahead of his frustrated ...

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F1: Mercedes boss Toto Wolff reacts after George Russell stripped of ... (The Independent)

Russell was disqualified from the race classification at Spa-Francorchamps after his car was found to be under-weight.

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Belgian Grand Prix: George Russell disqualified to hand Lewis ... (BBC News)

Lewis Hamilton inherits victory in the Belgian Grand Prix after Mercedes team-mate George Russell is disqualified for an underweight car.

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George Russell issues response to dramatic disqualification from ... (PlanetF1)

George Russell has addressed his "heartbreaking" Belgian GP disqualification which saw him lose the victory at Spa.

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Damon Hill offers three-word verdict after George Russell stripped of ... (Mirror.co.uk)

George Russell was denied victory at the Belgian Grand Prix, with a post-race disqualification undoing all his good work holding off rival Lewis Hamilton to ...

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George Russell disqualification confirmed with Lewis Hamilton ... (Mirror.co.uk)

George Russell thought he had charged to a stunning win in Sunday's Belgium Grand Prix, but the Englishman has been disqualified from the race after his car ...

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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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F1: Mercedes boss Toto Wolff reacts after George Russell stripped of ... (The Independent)

Russell was disqualified from the race classification at Spa-Francorchamps after his car was found to be under-weight.

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F1: Why was George Russell disqualified from the Belgian Grand Prix? (The Independent)

However, in an initial post-race check, Russell's Mercedes car was found to be 1.5 kg under the weight permitted in the regulations, following the obligatory ...

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Wisbech's George Russell 'heartbroken' after Belgium Grand Prix ... (Free Radio)

Lewis Hamilton was handed one of the most dramatic victories of his life on Sunday night after a "heartbroken" George Russell was disqualified for running ...

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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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