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Russell takes P2 in Singapore Sprint Qualifying with downgraded Mercedes

Original: ‘I can confirm the old car is not bad!’ – Russell reacts to P2 in Singapore Sprint Qualifying with downgraded Mercedes

George Russell qualified second in Sprint Qualifying at the Singapore Grand Prix driving a Mercedes running an older, downgraded specification. After the session he joked, 'I can confirm the old car is not bad!', a nod to the team's decision to revert parts. The result suggests Mercedes remain competitive despite the reduced setup.

Why now: Russell's strong result on an older car spec at a demanding street circuit is notable mid-weekend news for F1 fans.

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