# Brundle: F1's battery woes and Hamilton-Russell penalty debate

- Topic: football
- Source: Sky Sports
- Published: 2026-07-20
- Original: https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/12040/13565321/belgian-gp-martin-brundle-on-george-russells-problems-and-lewis-hamilton-clash-kimi-antonellis-win-in-spa-race-verdict
- Language: en
- Image: https://e2.365dm.com/26/07/1920x1080/skysports-george-russell-mercedes_7301474.jpg?20260719141612

Sky Sports F1's Martin Brundle analyzes the 2026 Belgian Grand Prix, where Kimi Antonelli's win highlighted the need for a major power unit philosophy change. George Russell's Mercedes struggled with battery issues, leading to a clash with Lewis Hamilton.

## Key takeaways

- Battery woes plagued Mercedes drivers George Russell and Kimi Antonelli at the Belgian GP.
- Lewis Hamilton received a 5-second penalty for his role in Russell's retirement, sparking debate.
- Martin Brundle calls for a major power unit philosophy change to address F1's battery issues.

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