Russell: Mercedes slower than Red Bull even with no wing

Russell muscled ahead of Max Verstappen at the start of Saturday’s sprint event, but after a resumption following a safety car period, the Dutchman passed him on the run down to Turn 1.
Although that move was achieved with DRS not yet activated, Red Bull’s speed on the straight when it is open has been a focus of attention for rivals all season.
“We know what the speed difference is,” said …Keep reading