George Russell struggles at Hungarian GP due to engine issues

George Russell faced another frustrating race at the Hungarian Grand Prix on July 28, 2026, starting with an anti-stall problem that left him at the back of the field. He managed to fight back to finish seventh but lost ground to championship leader Kimi Antonelli, who now leads Russell by 59 points. Russell's season has been plagued by various issues, including a battery failure in Canada and a penalty in Monaco, contributing to his disappointment. He noted that the problems are affecting both him and the team as they seek solutions moving forward, and the situation was exacerbated by a potential grid penalty after changing his power unit prior to the race.

• 12:02 AMYahoo Sports — George Russell Says He's Never Had a Season Like This After Another Hungarian GP Engine Failure