Charles Leclerc said he "could bet on" George Russell taking victory in his debut with Mercedes at the Sakhir Grand Prix. Russell has switched from his usual Williams seat to fill the space vacated by Lewis Hamilton as the world champion self-isolates following a positive Covid test after last weekend's Bahrain Grand Prix. Article continues under video Asked what the Briton could achieve, Ferrari driver Leclerc replied: "For me, a podium at least. I have some hope for a win. It is very optimistic but I know that he is very good. I could bet on a win." Leclerc and Russell have known each other for the best part of a decade, having risen through the junior ranks together...
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