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Russell hits back amid regulations row: ‘F1 and FIA aren’t idiots’
©Mercedes Michael Delaney
01/05/2026 at 16:0901/05/2026 at 16:23 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. As Formula 1 wrestles with a fierce identity debate in 2026, George Russell has stepped firmly into the fire – defending the sport’s controversial regulations while taking a swipe at critics who want a return to the past. But let’s not ignore the context: Russell’s outspoken support comes as Mercedes has dominated the opening three races of the season. In other words, he’s not exactly arguing from a position of suffering. The 2026 regulations – and the fresh tweaks introduced for the Miami Grand Prix – have split the paddock and fans alike. Complaints about energy...
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