# Russell Optimistic About Mercedes Engine Issues

- Topic: football
- Source: Sky Sports
- Published: 2026-07-23
- Original: https://www.skysports.com/f1/news/12040/13566255/george-russell-mercedes-hopeful-power-issues-resolved-for-hungarian-gp-as-driver-explains-why-2026-toughest-psychological-battle
- Language: en
- Image: https://e1.365dm.com/26/07/1920x1080/skysports-george-russell-mercedes_7305207.jpg?20260723170122

George Russell is hopeful that Mercedes have resolved the engine issues that plagued him in Belgium. He slipped 50 points behind title leader Kimi Antonelli after retiring from the race. Russell believes the team has identified and fixed the problems ahead of the Hungarian Grand Prix.

## Key takeaways

- Russell experienced energy-deployment problems in Belgium.
- Mercedes worked hard to resolve the issues.
- Russell is optimistic about the team's chances in Hungary.

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