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

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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.

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

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George Russell leaving the track and gaining an advantage and then making contact with Oscar Piastri