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‘Give it time’: Russell defends F1’s 2026 cars amid early backlash
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15/02/2026 at 16:2215/02/2026 at 14:38 40 SHARES Share on.. Share on.. Share on.. Mercedes driver George Russell has called for a measured approach to judging Formula 1’s new generation of cars, insisting it is too early to slam the ambitious 2026 regulations despite some high-profile criticism. The first three-day test in Bahrain gave drivers their first real taste of the lighter, more nimble cars, which now derive half of their power from hybrid energy systems. While innovations such as energy harvesting in corners, coasting on straights, and careful turbo management have drawn scrutiny, Russell believes the cars’ full potential has yet to be unlocked. A...
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