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Russell Starts Third at Belgian GP, Cites Speed Deficit

Published 18 July 2026

Mercedes driver George Russell will start the Belgian Grand Prix from third on the grid but faces a significant and unresolved straight-line speed deficit that he says is hampering his Formula 1 world championship aspirations.

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