Mercedes driver George Russell has expressed serious concerns about the possibility of racing in heavy rain at the Interlagos circuit on Sunday, warning that a return of the downpour experienced earlier could lead to a "really horrific incident."
Russell's comments come after Saturday's sessions were affected by torrential rain, raising safety questions for the Brazilian Grand Prix. The British driver emphasized the extreme lack of visibility and aquaplaning risks that such conditions create at the São Paulo venue.
Formula 1 officials will monitor the weather forecast closely ahead of Sunday's race, with the safety of drivers being the paramount consideration. The Interlagos circuit has a history of challenging wet-weather races, but Russell's stark warning underscores the potential dangers if the deluge returns.
