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Losing Bottas to Mercedes would have 'heavy consequences' on Williams

Williams Formula 1 technical chief Pat Symonds says losing Valtteri Bottas to Mercedes would have “heavy consequences” on the team. Nico Rosberg’s shock exit from F1 days after claiming his first title has left a vacant seat at reigning world champions’ Mercedes. Bottas has been linked as a leading contender to the drive, with an initial offer from Mercedes reportedly turned down by Williams. With rule changes coming into force for the 2017 F1 season and a new rookie driver in Lance Stroll, Symonds has explained the importance of having Bottas – who signed a new deal in November – at the team. “We will have Lance Stroll on his debut, with no F1...
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