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Mercedes 'porpoising' is becoming a real pain for Russell

Formula One F1 - Emilia Romagna Grand Prix - Autodromo Enzo e Dino Ferrari, Imola, Italy - April 24, 2022 Mercedes' George Russell during the race. [Reuters]

George Russell finished a surprising fourth for Mercedes in Sunday's Emilia Romagna Grand Prix but said his car's 'porpoising' problems were worse than ever and causing him real pain.

The Mercedes is struggling to maintain downforce on the straights, noticeably bouncing as aerodynamic ground effects come and go. Other Formula One teams are also suffering the phenomenon to a lesser extent.

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