Mercedes confirm Russell grid penalty - but where will he take it?
George Russell will receive a grid penalty later this season for a new engine, affecting his championship chances.
- Kimi Antonelli will start at the back for the next race in Monza.
- The penalty is related to a new engine installation for Russell.
George Russell will face a grid drop later this season for a new engine which could damage his championship hopes; Kimi Antonelli will start at the back for the next race in Monza; watch the Italian Grand Prix at Monza live on Sky Sports F1 on September 4-6
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