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Russell: Data shows software calibration behind recent F1 struggles, not driving style

AutosportJuly 23, 2026

Curated for Torqlytics readers — aggregated from trusted F1 publishers, not original reporting.


George Russell believes that he and Mercedes have found the root cause for his recent Formula 1 struggles, and that he no longer needs to focus on adapting his driving to get the most from his car.The Briton endured a dismal weekend at Spa-Francorchamps last time out, in which he trailed team-mate Kimi Antonelli by half a second in qualifying - and then ended up in the gravel after contact ...