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Frustrated Russell wanted to ignore Mercedes pit call in Brazilian GP

George Russell believes he should have stuck with his gut and overruled his Mercedes team when it called him to pit moments before Formula 1's Brazilian Grand Prix was red-flagged.

Having taken the lead into the first corner following the aborted start, which remains under investigation, Russell kept clear of polesitter Lando Norris despite the McLaren driver staying close to his rear wing during worsening conditions.

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