Finland's Valtteri Bottas claimed P5 in the Arctic Lapland Rally over the weekend, making his first appearance ever in WRC machinery. Making the most of his off-season, Mercedes AMG's Valtteri Bottas decided to take part in an extra-curricular rally in Finland over the weekend. Not one to shy away from a challenge, he opted for one of the toughest events in the world by entering Finland's Rally Championships' Arctic Lapland rally. Using an M-Sport prepared Ford Fiesta with World Championship winning co-driver Timo Rautiainen alongside him, the rookie put on a good showing with little drama over the event. Finishing the first day in P5 overall, he held that position through Sunday's...
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