Mercedes withdraws review request over Russell Monaco penalties

Mercedes has withdrawn its request for a review of George Russell's penalties from the Monaco Grand Prix. The team confirmed the decision on Friday morning after discussions with the FIA and Formula One Management.

The FIA announced on Thursday that Mercedes had dropped its Right of Review submission. The team stated that pursuing the request would not lead to a positive outcome for the squad or the series.

Mercedes sought the review after Alpine successfully challenged penalties given to Pierre Gasly for pitlane speeding. An admission from Formula One Management that timing measurements were incorrect led to Gasly's third place being reinstated.

Russell had also received a pitlane speeding penalty during the race and later a drive-through for an infringement while serving it. This dropped him outside the top 10. Team principal Toto Wolff noted limited prospects for overturning the result.

Red Bull and McLaren have filed separate protests against the Monaco results. These will be handled by the FIA's International Court of Appeal.

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The Formula 1 controversy over pitlane speeding penalties at the Monaco Grand Prix remains unresolved nearly two weeks after the race. Alpine secured a reinstated podium for Pierre Gasly following a successful right of review, prompting appeals from McLaren and Red Bull. Mercedes has now withdrawn its own review request regarding George Russell.

Mercedes has requested a right of review for George Russell's penalty from the Monaco Grand Prix. The move follows the FIA overturning Pierre Gasly's penalties and restoring his podium finish.

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The FIA has accepted Mercedes' request for a review of the Monaco Grand Prix result and George Russell's penalties. A hearing is scheduled for this Saturday ahead of the Austrian Grand Prix.

Isack Hadjar has said he would not be overly disappointed if an ongoing appeal changes the 2026 Monaco Grand Prix results and removes his podium finish.

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Following Charles Leclerc's 20-second penalty drop to eighth at the 2026 F1 Miami GP (see earlier coverage), Max Verstappen and George Russell have also been summoned to FIA stewards over potential infractions from the race's chaotic finale. Mercedes' Kimi Antonelli won ahead of McLaren's Lando Norris, with Oscar Piastri third.

Toto Wolff has defended Kimi Antonelli's radio complaints after the Mercedes driver clashed with teammate George Russell during the Formula 1 sprint in Canada. The incident occurred on lap six as Antonelli attempted an outside pass for the lead.

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George Russell and Kimi Antonelli asked Mercedes to let them race each other after intense battles during the Canadian Grand Prix weekend. The team held discussions following incidents that raised concerns about contact risks. Both drivers emphasized their commitment to fair competition.

 

 

 

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