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Mercedes Face Months-Long Investigation Into Russell's Canadian GP Battery Failure

Mercedes are facing a prolonged investigation into the battery failure that forced George Russell to retire from the Canadian Grand Prix. Russell had won the sprint race and was leading the main event before being forced to pull over on lap 30 with a battery problem. The British driver brought his W17 to a halt at the side of the track, and was visibly frustrated as he slammed his fists against the car. His retirement proved costly in the championship battle, with team-mate Kimi Antonelli going on to claim victory and extend his lead in the drivers' standings. Antonelli's win was his fourth consecutive grand prix victory, leaving 43 points between the pair in the drivers' championship....
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