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Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, Britain, 2024

Mercedes star RETIRES from British Grand Prix after leading

Lewis Hamilton, George Russell, Britain, 2024 — Photo: © IMAGO

Mercedes star RETIRES from British Grand Prix after leading

A Mercedes star is out of the British Grand Prix

By Sheona Mountford.

George Russell has retired from the British Grand Prix in a disappointing result for the home hero.

The Mercedes star was seen heading into the pits with the crew retiring the car due to a water systems issue.

READ MORE: Rain causes CHAOS for leaders at Silverstone

Russell achieved a spectacular pole position during qualifying, beating team-mate Lewis Hamilton.

After leading the opening laps of the race, the Brit was overtaken by his team-mate for the lead and a mistake in wet conditions cost them to McLaren.

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