Following the Azerbaijan Grand Prix, George Russell expressed significant frustration regarding the inconsistent performance of Pirelli's tyres, calling for urgent discussions to address the issue. Despite achieving a third-place finish, Russell highlighted how the shift from medium to hard tyres dramatically altered his race pace, stating that at one point he was 1.5 seconds off the pace, only to later outperform competitors by a second per lap. Former F1 team manager Peter Windsor dismissed Russell's complaints as 'complete nonsense', suggesting that other teams, such as McLaren, have not experienced similar tyre inconsistencies. Russell, who serves as a senior director of the Grand Prix Drivers' Association, criticized the unpredictability of tyre performance, claiming it affects all teams and drivers. He described the situation as 'black magic' and emphasized the need for clarity from Pirelli, as the inconsistency compromises the efforts of thousands of team members. Ultimately, Russell's performance in Baku raised questions about the reliability of Pirelli's products in F1, a concern echoed by multiple drivers throughout the season.