India, Nov. 2 -- Mercedes have been handed a €5,000 fine by Formula 1 stewards after George Russell missed his mandatory post-race media commitments at the Mexican Grand Prix. The Briton did not attend the media pen to speak with broadcasters and written media, prompting officials to summon the team. Under Article B10.1.4e of the FIA's F1 Sporting Regulations, drivers are required to fulfil these duties unless they have a valid reason for being absent.

Mercedes explained that Russell had been excused from the interviews and had left the circuit following a difficult race that saw his teammate, Kimi Antonelli, clinch the Drivers' Championship at just 20 years old. Team principal Toto Wolff said Russell was distraught after the resul...