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Russell: Reverse grids would make us look ‘stupid'

George Russell isn't in favour of reverse-grids, feeling that they'd make those in the slower cars on the grid look stupid. There has been talk about reverse-grid races replacing qualifying on Saturdays since the start of the 2020 season. Ross Brawn stated the option is still being considered after the Italian Grand Prix and is personally supportive of trying it. However, the drivers have been less keen, with Sebastian Vettel the latest to speak out again the format. “If you are pushing in that direction [it’s] a testimony that you failed to come up with regulations and tools that bring the field more together and make racing better on the track,” the German told RaceFans.net....
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