George Russell receives medical attention after 180mph crash in second practice for the Mexican Grand Prix – as Max Verstappen encounters his own problems to boost Lando Norris’ slim title hopes
George Russell crashed out of second practice for the Mexican Grand Prix
Max Verstappen also had a difficult practice ahead of Sunday’s race
George Russell was taken to the medical centre after a dramatic 180mph crash in second practice for the Mexican Grand Prix – while Max Verstappen failed to set a time as engine problems beset the championship leader.
If Red Bull cannot mend the problem Verstappen will have to take on a replacement power unit. To avoid being sent down the grid by taking on a new engine, it is understood he will instead use an old one in an attempt not to squander ground to his nearest championship challenger Lando Norris.
The McLaren man is 57 points behind Verstappen with five races, including Sunday’s at Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez, remaining.
Verstappen also encountered engine glitches in first practice. They were thought to be minor, only for them to resurface in the late-afternoon running.
The engine will be taken out and examined to assess what exact action is required.
George Russell needed to be helped off the track after crashing at 180mph on Friday
George Russell needed to be helped off the track after crashing at 180mph
