Russell Eyes Las Vegas for Second Engine Penalty in 2026 Season

George Russell may face another engine penalty at Las Vegas Grand Prix, with Mercedes considering the move after Singapore setback.

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October 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Paris, France — Mercedes driver George Russell is expected to take a second engine penalty during the upcoming Las Vegas Grand Prix, according to recent statements. This decision comes after his team struggled to recover from an earlier penalty in Singapore.

Russell confirmed that Mercedes has the flexibility to choose when and where to apply the penalty, following a rule change that allows teams to delay penalties until an engine upgrade is ready. However, the team may opt to implement the penalty at the Las Vegas event rather than wait for the United States Grand Prix.

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The driver acknowledged that Red Bull has surpassed Mercedes in performance this season, making the challenge even greater. Despite this, Russell remains focused on maximizing his results and limiting the impact of the penalty on his championship hopes.

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