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Russell draws first blood in Mercedes battle with Bottas

George Russell proved he is not at Mercedes to make up the numbers this weekend as he set the pace in first practice for the Sakhir Grand Prix in the absence of Lewis Hamilton. Without Hamilton, self-isolating after testing positive for Covid-19 following his victory in the Bahrain GP on Sunday, and on the rapid outer track at the Bahrain International Circuit, the opening 90 minutes was an enthralling session. Article continues under video The 3.543km layout offered a different challenge for the drivers compared to the main grand prix venue that has been used over the years, and it was Russell who held the upper hand over new team-mate Valtteri Bottas. Switching from Williams, with whom...
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