Mercedes identifies software issue affecting Russell's F1 performance
Motorsport.com • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 23, 2026, 3:08 PM
Last updated Jul 23, 2026
George Russell's performance issues in Formula 1 have been traced to software anomalies within his Mercedes power unit. The problems became evident during races between Silverstone and Spa, with Russell noting a lack of speed on straights. Mercedes is working to finalize a solution ahead of the Italian Grand Prix, which is scheduled for late August. Outcomes from that event will determine if the identified issue has been resolved.
- •Russell experienced performance issues between Silverstone and Spa.
- •Mercedes identified software anomalies in Russell's power unit.
- •The Italian Grand Prix is the next opportunity for Russell.
- •Team testing aims to resolve the issue ahead of the race.
- 8:18 AMMotorsport.com — Mercedes: Software issue “affected George more than Kimi”
- 3:08 PMAutosport — Mercedes identifies Russell's F1 power unit software issue
"Mercedes deputy technical director Simone Resta has delved into George Russell’s recent woes, as the team identified a software issue compounded by the Briton’s older power unit. Russell and his squad have been mystified by a lack of top speed relative to team-mate Kimi Antonelli at Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps. Mercedes’ lead racer attempted to tweak his driving style, to no avail ...Keep reading
"George Russell will have to wait until the Italian Grand Prix to find out whether Mercedes has truly identified the cause of the anomalies that hampered him between Silverstone and Spa, as the team identifies the source of his power unit issue within its software. The British driver repeatedly complained about a lack of performance on the straights, a feeling that was also confirmed by ...Keep reading
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External links- Motorsport.comJul 25, 2026, 8:18 AMMercedes: Software issue “affected George more than Kimi”
Mercedes deputy technical director Simone Resta has delved into George Russell’s recent woes, as the team identified a software issue compounded by the Briton’s older power unit. Russell and his squad have been mystified by a lack of top speed relative to team-mate Kimi Antonelli at Silverstone and Spa-Francorchamps. Mercedes’ lead racer attempted to tweak his driving style, to no avail ...Keep reading
- AutosportJul 23, 2026, 3:08 PMMercedes identifies Russell's F1 power unit software issue
George Russell will have to wait until the Italian Grand Prix to find out whether Mercedes has truly identified the cause of the anomalies that hampered him between Silverstone and Spa, as the team identifies the source of his power unit issue within its software. The British driver repeatedly complained about a lack of performance on the straights, a feeling that was also confirmed by ...Keep reading
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