Russell set for Singapore grid penalty after Sepang power unit failure

George Russell is facing a grid penalty for this weekend’s Formula 1 Singapore Grand Prix following his retirement in Sepang. The Mercedes driver stopped at the entry to Turn 1 after a sudden power unit failure late in the race.

At the time, Russell had been running third under the safety car with five laps remaining. The problem means he needs a new engine for Marina Bay, while Mercedes is also investigating the failure from Malaysia.

Multiple outlets reported that Mercedes has now made its decision, leaving Russell set to take a grid penalty in Singapore as a consequence of the Sepang retirement.