George Russell shrugged off complaints over the expected energy starvation at Formula 1's British Grand Prix and stated that, although the drivers may find the increased energy management aspect challenging, it will create "better racing".
The opening round of the 2026 season in Melbourne played out to mixed reviews; while some enjoyed the chaotic 'yo-yo' brand of racing seen with the new cars, others decried it as 'artificial' given the splits in energy between drivers.
