Russell Backs Mercedes Team Orders Call

Mercedes driver George Russell has backed the team's decision to swap him with team-mate Kimi Antonelli at the end of the Dutch Grand Prix. With the team fighting for second place behind winner Lando Norris, Russell was running fourth while Antonelli held second place, split by Ferrari's Lewis Hamilton.

The swap occurred during a late virtual safety car period for a stricken Esteban Ocon. Russell acknowledged the team's strategy call, stating it was the 'right decision' as they aimed to maximize their points in the constructor's championship. moryak.biz