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Russell handed 10-second penalty for first-lap collision with Hadjar

George Russell Isack Hadjar

George Russell receives a 10-second penalty for colliding with Isack Hadjar on the first lap at the Mexican Grand Prix, damaging his race and title hopes.

George Russell Isack Hadjar MercedesRed Bull

How the sources differ

Motorsport.com focuses on Toto Wolff's reaction and Russell's media absence, calling the race a 'catastrophic moment'. PlanetF1 highlights the penalty and emerging footage, framing it as a 'sh*tshow' and noting Russell's title hopes are over.

Recommended first read: Motorsport.com provides the most complete coverage, including the penalty details, team principal reaction, and race context, with an image.

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