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Russell: Ferrari’s Barcelona step a “reality check” as Mercedes assesses upgrade strategy ...
F1TechnicalJune 26, 2026
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Mercedes arrives at the Austrian Grand Prix with a healthy lead in both the Drivers and Constructors Championship, but George Russell reflected on the Barcelona-Catalunya Grand Prix ahead of this weekends Spielberg race, describing it as a “reality check” despite taking pole position at Montmelo two weeks ago.