Mercedes Intensifies Efforts to Enhance Race Starts

According to George Russell, the Mercedes team is diligently working to improve their race starts, a notable weakness, ahead of the Formula 1 season's resumption in Miami. Despite securing four front-row lockouts in the first three Grands Prix and Sprint, neither Russell nor his teammate has managed to take the lead after the opening lap. The team has been analyzing data to address this issue, with Russell emphasizing that significant work is being done 'behind the scenes' to rectify their starts. Ferrari has shown exceptional starting prowess this season, attributed to their turbo's quicker spin-up time. Russell highlighted the challenges of practicing race starts, citing limited opportunities and the reliance on simulator analysis. Mercedes is focused on improving their starts, with Russell expressing optimism about building on their current understanding of the issue.