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George Russell Kimi Antonelli
George Russell drives the Mercedes W17 at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, as Lewis Hamilton, Ferrari, appears in a top right circle
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George Russell jokes Lewis Hamilton will complain about Mercedes ‘illegal’ engine

Russell expects Hamilton to mention the Mercedes “compression ratio” talk during their Shanghai flight.
Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff pictured at the 2026 Australian Grand Prix, as McLaren and Williams logos appear on the left
Jamie Woodhouse
Toto Wolff defends Mercedes customer approach after McLaren and Williams raise concerns
‘You can't make everybody happy.’ Toto Wolff answers McLaren and Williams confusion.
Toto Wolff of Mercedes
Sam Cooper
Toto Wolff says drivers ‘nostalgic’ over F1 2026 complaints but opens door to ‘flexibility’
Toto Wolff suggested F1 can be "very nostalgic" after a number of drivers complained about the new regulations.
Oscar Piastri, McLaren, ahead of George Russell, Mercedes, in the Australian GP pit lane
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McLaren wants closer Mercedes HPP ties as PU information talks continue
‘We are on the back foot.’ Andrea Stella reveals why McLaren is struggling to match Mercedes.