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2026 Mexico City Grand Prix Penalty 3 sources

Mercedes fined €5,000 for Russell skipping Mexico GP media duties

George Russell

Mercedes was fined €5,000 after George Russell missed post-race media duties at the Mexico City Grand Prix, where he finished sixth and received a 10-second penalty for a collision with Isack Hadjar.

George Russell Mercedes

How the sources differ

Motorsport.com details Russell's race and penalty, while Crash.net highlights his 'distraught' state. The Race adds Mercedes' explanation. The official FIA document confirms the fine but incorrectly names Antonelli, which the coverage corrects.

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