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2026 United States Grand Prix Penalty 3 sources

Russell handed 5-second penalty for Turn 12 US GP clash with Piastri

George Russell Oscar Piastri

George Russell received a five-second penalty at the United States Grand Prix for leaving the track and gaining an advantage over Oscar Piastri. He finished eighth, frustrated by Mercedes' lack of pace, and dismissed the championship P2 fight.

George Russell Oscar Piastri MercedesMcLaren

How the sources differ

Formula1.com and F1i focus on Russell's confusion over pace, while Motorsport.com highlights his dismissal of the P2 championship fight. PlanetF1 explains the FIA's mitigating circumstances for the reduced penalty. The official FIA document confirms the exact penalty and reason, which coverage elaborates on.

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