March 24th 2024.
George Russell was chasing after Fernando Alonso on the final lap of the Australian Grand Prix when things took a turn for the worse. Unfortunately, Russell crashed out and wasn't too pleased with Alonso. The race was won by Carlos Sainz, but it ended under a virtual safety car due to Russell's accident.
Russell, who was on fresher tires, was determined to catch Alonso for sixth place. However, as he closed in on his rival, disaster struck. Russell suddenly lost control of his car and crashed into the barrier, ending up on his side in the path of other cars. Luckily, he was able to exit his vehicle without injury.
Mercedes was understandably upset with Alonso and believed that he may have intentionally caused the crash by brake-testing Russell. The incident has been brought to the attention of the stewards for further investigation.
After the race, Russell spoke about the incident and was hesitant to accuse Alonso of any foul play. However, he did mention that Alonso seemed to brake much earlier than expected, causing him to collide with his car. Russell also expressed disappointment in how the race ended for him.
When asked if he thought Alonso had brake-tested him, Russell replied that he couldn't make any accusations until all the facts were known. He did mention that he was surprised by Alonso's sudden change in speed and that it caught him off guard.
Alonso, who has been rumored to join Mercedes next season alongside Russell, maintained his innocence and said he was focused on what was happening in front of him, not behind. He also mentioned having some issues with his car's battery in the last 15 laps of the race.
Despite the unfortunate end to the race, both drivers were grateful that Russell was not injured in the crash. The matter will continue to be investigated by the stewards, and the truth will hopefully come to light.
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